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Windows Patching: The Quirks of Windows Patch Management & How to Stay Ready for Patch Tuesday

Patching on Windows operating systems can be a very complicated process. The frequency, size, and proprietary tools used for Windows patching can make patch management a challenge on Windows — but it’s essential for maintaining secure, compliant, efficient Windows and multi-OS environments. In this blog, we’ll run through the basics of Windows patching, the particulars that can make it a hassle, and offer some tips for tackling those headache-inducing hangups.

Hector Tutorial - How to create your first asset ?

In this video, you'll discover how to create your first asset in Hector software. Hector is inventory management software that lets you keep track of all your assets, whether fixed, loaned, leased, on the move or in the warehouse. Thanks to its easily customizable interface and advanced functions, Hector enables efficient and accurate tracking of all types of equipment, and adapts easily to your needs.

The Domino Effect of Outages with Nuno Tomás, Founder of isDown.app

Humans of Reliability: Keeping systems up and the lights on isn’t just about technology—it’s about the people behind it. In this episode, we’re thrilled to chat with Nuno Tomas, founder of Isdown.app, a vendor outage monitoring tool transforming how teams handle third-party incidents. Nuno shares his journey from software engineer to entrepreneur, the pivotal 4 a.m. moment that inspired Isdown, and the challenges of balancing startup life with family. We dive into the complexities of incident communication, how to tackle alert fatigue, and why transparency is key to building trust in SaaS.

Sustainability and Efficiency with Zebra ZeroLiner Linerless Printing Solution | Zebra

Introducing the Zebra ZeroLiner Linerless Printing Solution, featuring a comprehensive range of mobile, desktop, and industrial printers, along with ZeroLiner labels. This innovative technology is transforming businesses by reducing waste and boosting productivity. Eliminate the need for traditional label backing liners with Zebra’s linerless printing, which streamlines workflows, minimizes adhesive buildup, and extends printer lifespan.

How to run Loki at scale on Kubernetes (Loki Community Call January 2025)

Happy New Year from the Loki Engineering team. To kick off 2025, Nicole and Jay will be joined by Poyzan Taneli from the Loki Engineering team to discuss how to run Loki at scale on Kubernetes. If you are currently running Loki in microservices mode or preparing to do so, we will be discussing best practices for scaling its components to meet the demands of production use cases.

Secure and Compliant Software Delivery with Cloudsmith Policy Management

Managing software artifacts across distributed teams and complex infrastructures securely demands proactive measures. Robust policy management is the best way to ensure compliance in your software supply chain. Cloudsmith, the leading cloud-native package management platform, can streamline policy management and strengthen security. Let’s explore why policy management matters and how we can simplify it for you.

Opportunity Will Arise From Uncertainty In 2025

As January 2025 draws to a close, the challenges of 2024 still resonate. Last year was exceptionally turbulent for both businesses and individuals, driven in large part by geopolitical tensions, the cost-of-living crisis, and widespread economic uncertainty. According to November ONS figures, 57% of businesses reported experiencing turnover challenges, with 23% citing economic uncertainty as the primary cause.

What are Dark Stores in Retail?

The evolution of retail is parallel to the change in customer expectations. With the advent and rise of online shopping, the phenomenon today includes delivery moving home, more abundant product offerings, and shopping brought closer and closer for the customer. Since that's the situation, the retailers are moving away from this type of shopping and are nowadays making use of dark stores-an interesting concept that is gradually re-landscaping the face of the retail industry.

Software Asset Management Best Practices

Effective management of software assets is an essential part of running a modern business. With increased reliance on technology and software, organizations need to ensure that their software is used efficiently, in compliance with licensing agreements, and supports overall business objectives. This is where Software Asset Management (SAM) comes in. With software asset lifecycle management, companies will find a reduction in operations and eliminate unnecessary costs.