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Does Self-Service ITSM Really Work?

The SolarWinds State of ITSM Report is an in-depth review of over 2,000 ITSM systems, aggregating more than 60,000 data points from mid- and small-market SolarWinds customers globally. The report includes striking findings on the effectiveness of self-service portals in ITSM. Self-service portals are designed to reduce pressure on service desk agents by leveraging online resources to help users solve problems on their own. But does this reflect the agent’s real-life experience?

Software Update Enforcement in 60 Seconds

Ivanti’s Software Update Enforcement feature gives IT & security teams sophisticated control over how iOS and MacOS updates are pushed to their organization's Apple devices. Ivanti finds, heals, and protects every device, everywhere – automatically. Whether your team is down the hall or spread around the globe, Ivanti makes it easy and secure for them to do what they do best. Ivanti is IT for the way we work now. Integrated solutions for everything IT touches. So, employees can work better, anywhere, and everywhere.

Software Update Enforcement in 60 Seconds

Ivanti’s Software Update Enforcement feature gives IT & security teams sophisticated control over how iOS and MacOS updates are pushed to their organization's Apple devices. Ivanti finds, heals, and protects every device, everywhere – automatically. Whether your team is down the hall or spread around the globe, Ivanti makes it easy and secure for them to do what they do best. Ivanti is IT for the way we work now. Integrated solutions for everything IT touches. So, employees can work better, anywhere, and everywhere.

What's New with Ivanti Endpoint Management 2025.1

A strategic direction is set for centralized device management and partnerships with major tech companies. Key security initiatives aim to lead the industry with platform security and compliance measures. New productivity app features improve user experience, while device compliance updates ensure secure environments. Enhancements in user management and policy visibility are introduced, alongside cloud connector improvements. Android and Apple platform updates include support for play integrity and certificate management.

GLPI: IT service management and its integration with Pandora FMS

GLPI is a free IT Service Management (ITSM) solution that allows you to manage assets, incidents and requests within an organization. It works as an incident tracking and service desk system, optimizing technical support and technological resources. It also includes hardware and software inventory, contracts and licenses, offering a centralized view of the whole infrastructure. Its intuitive web interface and customization options ensure flexibility and scalability for businesses of any size.

Top 5 Obstacles to Observability in 2025

I’ve spent over 25 years in tech product marketing and customer support, working with pioneering companies like Dell/EMC, Apple, Keeper Security, and now, SolarWinds. In my current role, I’ve had the privilege of helping organizations of all sizes achieve comprehensive observability in their IT environments. I’ve also witnessed firsthand the challenges that can arise on this journey.

The Four Big Questions of Cybersecurity | Security Insights, Ep. 47

Ivanti's Chris Goettl and Robert Waters take on four big questions facing cybersecurity teams today, namely: Listen in for those questions and, if you're listening closely, a few answers too. Ivanti finds, heals, and protects every device, everywhere – automatically. Whether your team is down the hall or spread around the globe, Ivanti makes it easy and secure for them to do what they do best. Ivanti is IT for the way we work now. Integrated solutions for everything IT touches. So, employees can work better, anywhere, and everywhere.

Gain complete control of IT assets with ServiceDesk Plus

Are you feeling stressed about IT audits? Don't! ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus can help you effectively track, manage, and optimize your hardware and software assets. In this video, we'll look into how you can: Discover and track all your IT assets (hardware and software). Simplify asset organization and tracking with out-of-the-box classification. Build unique workflows for individual asset types. Manage licenses precisely and ensure compliance. Automate tasks like asset assignments and loan management. Generate insightful reports for making data-driven decisions.

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.

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.