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Software Asset Management system for Modern Businesses

Managing software has become one of the most pressing challenges for modern organizations. Licenses span SaaS subscriptions, on-premise tools, and hybrid deployments, each carrying costs and compliance risks. Without structured oversight, audits turn into costly disruptions and budgets bleed through unused applications. This is why asset management software for small business and enterprise platforms alike are gaining traction.

Strengthen your mobile security with Ivanti Neurons for MDM and MTD

Mobile security is crucial as smartphones become prime targets for cyber attackers. The shift from desktop to mobile usage has increased vulnerabilities, especially during the COVID pandemic. Key statistics show a rise in mobile phishing attacks and risks from unsecured connections and risky apps. The session highlights the need for mobile threat defense solutions and user education to balance comfort and security.

JFrog and ServiceNow: Accelerate Trusted Software Application Development

Today’s software organizations can’t make tradeoffs between speed and trust – you need both to succeed. But juggling them is tough. Moving too fast can lead to security vulnerabilities and compliance issues, while moving too slow means your competitors beat you to market. This tension creates friction that slows down every release, a problem that is rooted in your software pipeline.
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DEX: How We Measure the Results of IT Actions

Every IT initiative has a clear purpose: to boost productivity, reduce failures, accelerate processes, or simply make things work better for people. Yet, many companies still make the mistake of implementing changes and improvements without measuring the real impact they have on employees' daily lives. That's the difference between acting in the dark and acting intelligently. Without clear metrics, IT may be investing time and money in solutions that, in practice, bring little benefit - or even harm performance. This is exactly where DEX (Digital Employee Experience) comes in.

Data-Driven IT Decisions: Discover AlmaAnalysis from Collective IQ

When is the right time to replace your hardware? That’s one of the most common questions IT leaders face. The hardware lifecycle is a major dilemma: replace too early, and you waste resources; wait too long, and you risk productivity, security, and even sustainability. That’s where AlmaAnalysis, the new feature of Almaden’s Collective IQ, comes in. With AI-powered smart analysis, your IT team can: Evaluate the real performance of every device. Predict bottlenecks before they impact users. Compare whether it’s smarter to upgrade components or invest in new equipment.

Top 5 Inventory Management Software for Schools in 2025

In 2025, inventory management has become a crucial challenge for schools. Between laptops, tablets, scientific equipment, audiovisual gear, musical instruments, textbooks, and sports equipment, schools must handle an ever-growing volume of assets. Without the right tool, this often leads to losses, waste, poor allocation of resources, and an overload of administrative work. Fortunately, several inventory management solutions now make it possible to centralize and simplify this task.

ISO 27001 Certification: Hector Builds Trust with Highest Data Security Standards

Hector is proud to announce that it has achieved ISO 27001 certification, the leading international standard for information security management. This certification confirms that the company applies globally recognized best practices to protect sensitive data, reduce risks, and ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information.

Unlocking IT Support: Expert Assistance When You Need It

Users often require support beyond self-service options. The technical support team acts like an emergency room, prioritizing urgent needs and aiming for quick resolutions. Ivanti's experts tackle issues at their source, providing both immediate fixes and long-term strategies. An intelligent routing system connects users with the most qualified engineers, ensuring effective support and maximizing the potential of IT and security solutions.

What does risk appetite mean?

Defining your risk appetite – the level of risk your organization is willing to accept – is one of the most important steps to adopting an exposure management strategy. If your risk posture’s out of line with your risk appetite, it’s time to take action. Ivanti’s Chris Goettl breaks down defining your risk appetite and how it helps you make informed decisions about remediating vulnerabilities.

Preview Panel: Bottom or Side? #workspace #ultrawidemonitor

Maximize your workspace! Place the preview panel below your data views or on the right to make the most of your screen real estate, keeping your workflow smooth. Perfect for Service Desk agents and IT pros who want quick access to key information without extra scrolling, no matter the monitor size. Preview layouts and other powerful features are coming in the Fall 2025 release of Alloy Navigator.

Apple's Latest Software Updates and Security Highlights #shorts

Apple's Latest Software Updates and Security Highlights Apple announces updates for major operating systems, introducing a new naming convention with Mac OS 26. A significant CVE 43 300 is noted. Updates for third-party applications such as Chrome, Docker, Firefox, and Edge focus on addressing vulnerabilities. Thunderbird also receives an update to version 1.42. The month features a couple of zero days alongside regular updates for third-party applications.

Is Your Patch Process Hurting End Users' Experience? Here's How to Fix It

Just one bad patch can cause key systems to fail, disrupting your teams and, ultimately, your customer experience. While I was checking out at a supermarket self-service machine, the screen suddenly froze and then dreaded blue screen of death appeared. A nearby staff member quickly came over and, with a bit of a sigh, said it was the third time that day this happened. While I’ll never know for certain whether a patch was the only cause, businesses want to minimize these types of issues.

Understanding Linux Vulnerabilities and Their Impact

Understanding Linux Vulnerabilities and Their Impact Linux vulnerabilities pose significant risks, particularly CVE 20258067, which has active exploits in rebased distributions. CVE 202332256 enables remote attackers to access sensitive information without authentication. Additionally, CVE 202558367 presents a denial of service and remote code execution risk in the Delta class. Applications handling untrusted user input to Delta need careful scrutiny, and it is crucial to keep systems updated to mitigate these threats.

How Much Does Inventory Management Software Cost? (Complete Guide 2025)

In 2025, choosing the right inventory management system is one of the most important decisions for businesses of all sizes. These tools go far beyond simple inventory tracking: they improve workflows, prevent stockouts, and help companies streamline their supply chain. With features like barcode scanning, automation, and real-time inventory visibility, the right software can significantly optimize stock levels and increase overall profitability.

From Shadow AI to Strategy: The Six-Month AI Imperative (w/ Charlene Li)

In this very special episode of The DEX Show, we welcome back one of the world’s most influential voices on digital transformation and the future of AI leadership: Charlene Li. Charlene is a bestselling author and trailblazing thinker who has helped leaders navigate disruption for over two decades. She returns to the show for an unmissable conversation on the realities of AI Transformation—and what it means for organizations, leaders, and employees at every level.

How Nexthink Enables Smarter, Data-Driven Hardware Refresh Strategies

Bob did—until he realized there was a smarter way. With real-time insights from Nexthink, he stopped guessing and started making data-driven decisions: keeping the high performers, replacing the real troublemakers, and upgrading the underperformers. The result? Happier employees, optimized budgets, and devices refreshed based on need—not age.

How Nexthink Enables Data-Driven Software License Reclamation

This was what Sarah was looking to solve. ⁠Managing software licenses isn’t just tracking installs—it’s about uncovering hidden usage and reclaiming wasted spend. When Sarah faced $12M in software costs, scattered licenses, and zero visibility, she needed a better way. With Nexthink, she gained real-time insights, smart user nudges, and automated reclamation. ⁠The result?

Chaos to Choreography: How To Automate IT Operations with Nexthink Flow

Taylor proved it—turning license headaches, VPN chaos, SCCM continuity and patch pain into a smooth, confident performance.⁠⁠Here's how Taylor did it.⁠ In the end, IT isn’t just about fixing—it’s about flowing, scaling, and making work effortless.⁠Request a demo today.

What Type of Software Should Asset Managers Use to Maximize ROI?

What Type of Software Should Asset Managers Use is a critical question for businesses aiming to maximize performance, reduce risks, and drive higher returns. In this video, we break down the best software solutions every asset manager should consider—from IT asset management platforms to cloud-based tools that simplify tracking, compliance, and reporting. Whether you’re in finance, IT, or operations, choosing the right software can make all the difference in efficiency, scalability, and profitability.

From Firefighting to Proactive Resolution: How Nexthink Transforms Service Desk Operations

Level 1 engineers face incoming tickets without real-time visibility into endpoints. The result? Endless tool-switching, guesswork diagnostics, missed SLAs, and unnecessary escalations. Critical issues remain hidden until they impact productivity.⁠ Then came Nexthink.⁠ Now engineers see issues in real time, fix faster, and even prevent problems users don’t notice.

Drift Data Breaches #shorts

Drift Data Breaches Recent security incidents reveal attacks on Drift and the theft of Salesforce data. Affected vendors like CloudFlare provide guidance and outline their responses. CloudFlare shares breach details, including a timeline and customer recommendations. Organizations are advised to disconnect applications, rotate credentials, and adhere to security best practices. Emphasis is placed on implementing resilience strategies to better prepare for future incidents.

Scaling AI the right way in the enterprise

AI isn’t the future—it’s already here, shaping inboxes, dashboards, and project roadmaps. Yet, despite the hype, most enterprises struggle to scale AI in ways that deliver real impact. In this episode of the ManageEngine Insights Podcast, host Jeremy Spence sits down with Michael Barnes, a trusted advisor to APAC C-level leaders, to uncover why so many AI initiatives stall after the pilot stage.

Switch to Proactive Equipment Maintenance | Hector

Switch to Proactive Equipment Management Unexpected breakdowns shouldn’t slow down your operations. With Hector’s preventive maintenance, you can anticipate equipment needs, schedule maintenance, and avoid costly surprises. Why choose Hector for your equipment management? Reduce downtime and extend the lifespan of your assets Centralize inventory and maintenance data in one platform Optimize resource management and boost efficiency.

The Future of Network Management - What Are the Primary Functions of Modern IPAM Solutions?

The future of network management depends on understanding the primary functions of modern IPAM solutions. In this video, we break down how IP Address Management (IPAM) has evolved to meet the needs of today’s complex IT environments. From automating IP address allocation to integrating with DNS and DHCP, IPAM ensures smooth network operations, reduces human error, and strengthens security. We’ll explore the essential functions of modern IPAM, including centralized visibility, automated workflows, scalability, and integration with cloud and virtual environments.

ManageEngine named in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for AI Applications in ITSM

We're proud to announce that ManageEngine has been recognized in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for AI Applications in ITSM. This recognition comes after Gartner's comprehensive evaluation of our Completeness of Vision and Ability to Execute. We believe this recognition reflects our commitment to making AI-driven ITSM cost-effective, easy to implement, and scalable to meet modern enterprises' growing needs.

The Future of IT Operations - Why AIOps Is Perfect for Fast Growing Businesses

The future of IT operations is here, and that’s why AIOps is perfect for fast growing businesses. It is 2025 and companies need to scale quickly without sacrificing performance, stability, or customer experience. AIOps (Artificial Intelligence for IT Operations) provides the perfect solution by combining automation, machine learning, and advanced analytics to manage complex IT environments with ease.

Schrödinger's Vulnerability: Why Continuous Vulnerability Management Isn't Optional

The classic thought experiment known as Schrödinger’s Cat imagines a cat that’s simultaneously alive and dead; that is, until someone opens the box. In other words, it’s both alive and dead until the point that we can confirm the truth. Now, swap the cat for software vulnerabilities, and you’ve got a fantastic analogy for what happens in today’s security environment.

Say Goodbye to Lineups with Hector!

Manage equipment loans smarter with Hector Tired of long lineups at your loan counter? With Hector’s online reservation catalog, your users can easily book, reserve, and manage their equipment from anywhere. Simplify reservations with a user-friendly online catalog Reduce wait times and optimize resource usage Track loans, returns, and inventory in real-time Centralize all your equipment data in one platform.

Quick Mentions in Tickets (and Beyond) #collaboration #mention

Make communication fast and simple! With the new @mentions in Alloy Navigator, you can bring the right teammate into a ticket—or anywhere else—without wasting time on CC emails or formal collaborator invites. Perfect for IT teams and help desks who want to speed up teamwork and keep everyone in the loop. @mentions and other great features are coming in the Fall 2025 release of Alloy Navigator. Stay tuned!

IT Staff Augmentation vs. Outsourcing vs. In-House: When Each Makes Sense

Every company today is, in some way, a tech company. Whether you're building SaaS, modernizing back-end operations, or digitizing customer experiences, your ability to grow depends heavily on access to the right technical talent. The challenge is that finding, hiring, and retaining top engineers, developers, and IT professionals isn't simple-or cheap. That's where the debate begins: should you build an in-house team, outsource projects to external vendors, or augment your staff with contract-based specialists?

The 7 Essential Features of a Modern Inventory Management Software

Inventory management today goes far beyond counting products in a warehouse. With the rise of multichannel sales, faster supply chains, and growing customer expectations, businesses need robust technological solutions and functionalities. A modern inventory management software does much more than track inventory levels—it becomes a true command center for business operations.

The Future of IT: Where Will AIOps Be in Less than 5 Years?

The future of IT: Where will AIOps be in less than 5 years? In this video, we dive deep into the evolution of Artificial Intelligence for IT Operations (AIOps) and what the next half-decade holds for businesses, IT teams, and technology leaders. AIOps is no longer just a buzzword—it’s becoming a critical part of IT operations, enabling predictive analytics, automated incident management, root cause analysis, and faster decision-making.

The Evolution of Digital Adoption: Insights from Gartner's 2025 Market Guide

The 2025 Market Guide for Digital Adoption Platforms (DAPs) marks an important point in the evolution of the category. Digital adoption has matured from a supporting role into a central part of enterprise strategy. Organizations are no longer asking if they need a DAP—they’re asking which one. In this latest research, Gartner establishes DAPs as essential to business transformation, efficiency, and employee experience. The takeaway is clear: digital adoption is no longer optional.

Vendor Management best practices

In this lecture, we look at vendor management best practices and how they impact the entire IT asset lifecycle. Effective vendor management goes beyond negotiating prices—it’s about building strong partnerships, ensuring compliance, and aligning vendor performance with your organization’s goals. By applying best practices, you can create more value from your vendor relationships and reduce risks tied to procurement and asset management.

Building a cost-effective IT procurement process

In this lecture, we explore how to build a cost-effective IT procurement process. A well-designed procurement strategy ensures your organization acquires the right assets at the right price, while also considering long-term value, compliance, and vendor relationships. By focusing on both efficiency and foresight, procurement becomes more than just a purchase—it becomes a driver of IT and business success.

How to connect ServiceNow to Grafana Cloud IRM incidents

Companies rely on a variety of services to streamline their workflows, which often requires data synchronization or information sharing across platforms. But are your tools flexible enough to connect with external systems? ServiceNow is widely recognized for its robust and complex workflow support for enterprises. However, it may not always offer the most intuitive or user-friendly experience when handling incidents.

Salesforce ITSM: What to Expect From The New Contender in The ITSM World

The enterprise software market is entering a new phase. After ServiceNow revealed its ambitions to move into the CRM space earlier this year, all eyes turned to Salesforce, which is widely expected to announce its own IT Service Management (ITSM) solution at Dreamforce, the company's event coming next October.

Introducing AI Drive: Closing the AI Value Gap

The enterprise is standing at the edge of a seismic shift: an AI revolution. In the next five years, the way work gets done will be fundamentally reshaped as workflows once handled by humans are increasingly replaced or enhanced by artificial intelligence. But here’s the reality: success won’t come from simply handing out Copilot or GPT licenses and hoping employees figure it out.

Why You MUST Know What Are the Pillars of IT Infrastructure Management?

IT Infrastructure Management is the foundation that keeps businesses running smoothly, ensuring scalability, performance, and security. In this video, we’ break down the core pillars every IT leader, engineer, or tech enthusiast needs to understand, covering hardware, software, networks, data, and cloud environments.

Reality Bytes: How AI Drive Will Help YOU Win the AI Race (w/ Matt Rose)

In this special Reality Bytes, the team sits down with Matt Rose, Product Marketing Manager at Nexthink, to talk about the just-announced AI Drive. Matt breaks down how AI Drive helps organizations finally make sense of their scattered AI landscape—bringing visibility, usage insights, guidance, and measurable impact into one place inside the Nexthink Infinity platform. He also shares early customer feedback, the future roadmap, and why AI adoption has become a critical competitive differentiator.

Apple Business Manager Device Migration: What You Need to Know

With Apple’s OS 26 release, IT admins using Apple Business Manager (ABM) or Apple School Manager (ASM) have a great new tool in their toolbelt: device migration. This makes switching devices between MDM platforms much easier, with minimal disruption for end users. Here, we’ll unpack what you need to know, and how ABM device migration makes it incredibly easy to switch to Ivanti Neurons for MDM.

Help Desk vs. Service Desk: What's the Difference?

Modern businesses depend on strong IT support to keep everything running smoothly. However, many still confuse the terms Help Desk vs Service Desk, often using them interchangeably. This mix-up can lead to choosing the wrong support structure, affecting productivity and user satisfaction. This blog will clearly explain the difference between a help desk and a service desk, and guide you on when to use each.

AlmaAnalysis: The Enhanced CIQ DEX feature that transforms digital employee experience analysis

In today’s landscape of digital transformation, companies are increasingly dependent on technologies that improve productivity and enhance the employee experience. However, measuring the real impact that each device, system, and configuration has on daily operations remains a significant challenge for many IT teams.

The five IT Asset Lifecycle Management phases

Master the complete journey of IT assets – from planning and procurement to deployment, maintenance, and retirement – so you can maximize value, reduce risk, and make smarter IT decisions. In this lecture, we break down the five IT Asset Lifecycle Management (ITALM) phases and explain how each step connects to the bigger picture. This session gives you a clear roadmap of the IT asset lifecycle, so you can see how every stage fits into a seamless management process.

Spreadsheets vs. IT Asset Lifecycle Management software

In this lecture, we compare spreadsheets vs. IT Asset Lifecycle Management (ITALM) software to show why the tools you use can make or break your ITAM strategy. This session will help you evaluate your current approach and understand the real benefits of moving beyond manual tracking. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications to keep learning how to optimize your IT assets.

How to Choose Inventory Management Software for Small Business (Free or Paid?)

In 2025, inventory management has become a central challenge for all SMBs (Small and Medium-sized Businesses). Whether you run a retail store, a construction company, or an online shop, knowing where your products are, in what quantities, and at what time is essential to avoid stockouts and optimize costs. But with the wide range of tools available, one question often comes up: should you choose free software or invest in a paid solution? This article helps you make the best decision for your business.

AI Assistant for Self-Service Portal #helpdesk #aiassistant

Take a load off your IT team! The new AI Assistant instantly understands user problems and pulls tailored solutions from past tickets and your knowledge base, so customers can resolve standard issues independently. In this video, we used gpt-4.1-mini for completion and text-embedding-3-large for generating embeddings. Perfect for IT teams and help desks looking to reduce repeat requests and give customers faster, more independent support.

Why you need a holistic, high impact DEX strategy

Read the report: ivanti.com/experience Digital Employee Experience (DEX) has emerged as a critical business factor in driving productivity, employee satisfaction, and overall business success. In this video, Ivanti CPO, Karl Triebes discusses research from Ivanti’s 2025 DEX Report (ivanti.com/experience) on the transformation of DEX strategy, its significance in the modern workplace, and the strategies organizations can implement to create a seamless and effective DEX.

Prevention Cure: The Happiness Factor in IT Health (w/ EDGE Solutions)

In this episode Tim and Tom sit down with Sean Thomas, Managing Director of EUEM Business at Edge Consulting, to explore how happiness, health, and IT success are all connected. They dive into the parallels between personal health and IT health, the evolution of proactive and preventative IT, and how organizations can better operationalize digital employee experience (DEX). From vendor partnerships and process investments to the role of AI in shaping the next generation of IT management, Sean offers valuable insights for leaders navigating today’s complex digital workplace.

Mastering Auto Ticketing with Ivanti Neurons #shorts

Mastering Auto Ticketing with Ivanti Neurons Learn how to effectively use the auto ticketing feature that integrates with Avanti Neurons. This process requires an ITSM connector and involves configuring collection settings. The system tracks ticket attachments and statuses, automatically generating tickets for vulnerabilities. This enhances the team's capability to identify, prioritize, and address issues proactively.

How to Use AI for Operational Excellence

Organizations are under immense pressure to do more with less – streamline operations, reduce costs, all whilst improving both the outcomes of the business and their employees. For IT and end-user computing (EUC) professionals, this challenge is especially prevalent. Systems are becoming increasingly complex, the digital employee experience is now directly tied to customer satisfaction, and the role of technology teams extends much further than solely keeping the lights on.

Essential Patch Management for Azure Tools #shorts

Essential Patch Management for Azure Tools Development tools are vital for effective patch management. Some components can be updated automatically, while others require manual updates due to possible disruptions. The operations team is responsible for addressing critical vulnerabilities in Azure tools, which necessitate thorough investigation. Additionally, vulnerabilities in Visual Studio and Azure VMs must also be managed by both development and operations teams to ensure system security.

Top 10 Best Inventory Software in 2025 - Comparison

Inventory management is more crucial than ever in 2025. And let’s be honest: spreadsheets are a relic of the past! With the rise of e-commerce, increasingly complex supply chains, and the growing importance of profitability, businesses – whether small or large – must equip themselves with powerful tools to track, optimize, and automate their stock. In this article, we present the 10 best inventory management software of 2025, selected for their features, flexibility, and accessibility.

Episode 25: The dark side of GenAI: deepfakes, data and the future of trust ft. Malini Christina Raj

Generative AI is changing the way we work, create, and even trust what we see online. In this episode of Server Room, we sit down with Malini Christina Raj, Head of LATAM AI Research at Zoho Corp, to unpack the realities behind GenAI. From building models and the math that powers them, to data curation, privacy, AI agents, reinforcement learning, and the growing threat of deepfakes, we cover it all. Whether you’re an engineer, policymaker, or just AI-curious, this conversation will help you understand where AI is today and where it’s headed next.

Mastering Application Control and Privilege Management

Application control and privilege management focus on user access and privileges, emphasizing the importance of whitelisting over blacklisting applications. Privilege management allows for on-demand elevation, reducing local admin rights. Trusted ownership minimizes administrative tasks, while audit mode collects event data for rule creation. A new policy change request feature streamlines access requests through ServiceNow, and future enhancements include importing configurations and integrating with bots.

Agentic AI: Cutting through the hype to what really matters

The world of agentic AI is evolving fast–but so is the noise surrounding it. As AI agents promise to revolutionize workflows and decision-making, IT and business leaders are left wondering: What's real, what's hype, and what's worth investing in? In this candid and practical session, we'll break down the current landscape of agentic AI and help you navigate it with clarity. Agenda.

Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About DEXOps (But Were Afraid to Ask)

Reality Bytes is back! In this episode, Tim, Tom, Megan, and Sean dive deep into DEXOps—the practice of operationalizing Digital Employee Experience. Building on insights from the show's recent webinar series, the team explores how IT leaders can shift from reactive firefighting to a proactive, structured approach that drives measurable business value. They cover the key pillars of DEXOps—from people development and process rigor to technology selection, communication strategies, and leadership alignment. You’ll hear why DEXOps isn’t a side project or “hobby,” but a mission-critical discipline, as essential as security or uptime.

Building Autonomous Operations with AI Agent Orchestration in ServiceNow

You don’t invest in automation just to shave seconds off a workflow. You do it to reclaim time, reduce overhead, and eliminate waste that eats into margins. For a while, scripted chatbots and tier-1 deflection provided some degree of automation. They could close low-priority tickets or route FAQs, but rarely solved what mattered: zero-touch resolution and outcomes that don’t need follow-ups. Most enterprise automation is surface-level.

ITSM vs ERP - Learn the Key Differences in a minute

ITSM vs ERP – What’s the Difference? In this video, we break down the key differences between IT Service Management (ITSM) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) in a straightforward manner. If you’ve ever been confused about how these two systems work, you’re not alone! We’ll cover what ITSM is, how it helps organizations manage IT services, and how ERP streamlines core business processes like finance, HR, and supply chain.