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This is the second of a two-part blog on things to consider when mapping your information architecture. In the first, we shared some tips on how to approach this process based on best practices from the Cortex Customer Engineering team. In this blog, we’ll share how new and existing features in Cortex accelerate creation of a more resilient information architecture.

When it comes to M&A, for some MSPs it’s just part of their DNA. In this blog we talk to Kevin Cook, CEO of The Purple Guys, about his company’s M&A journey, why standardization is critical during M&A, and some of the key lessons they’ve learned along the way.

If you’ve been anywhere in the DevOpsphere in recent times, you have certainly encountered the Platform Engineering vs. DevOps vs. SRE debates that are all the rage. Is DevOps truly dead?! Is Platform Engineering all I need?! Have I been doing it wrong all along? These have become more popular than the mono vs. multi-repo flame wars from a few years back.

Governance, Risk, and Compliance or GRC are the measures we put in place to protect our organization and its people. As its name implies, it goes beyond just Risk Management. GRC builds a broader framework by incorporating governance and compliance requirements to keep organizations globally protected. Done well, it ensures we have the proper guardrails in place, meet our expected responsibilities, and protect the business from internal and external threats.

In the constantly evolving world of software development and IT management, choosing the right operating system for your enterprise developers is a strategic choice. Ubuntu vs macOS, which is right for you? Our latest whitepaper helps you answer this question and make an informed decision. This blog post provides a sneak peek into our findings covering both the developer landscape, and the key considerations for IT administrators. Considering macOS or Linux for your organisation?

Note: This post is co-authored by Simon Aronsson, Senior Engineering Manager for Canonical Observability Stack. AI/ML is moving beyond the experimentation phase. This involves a shift in the way of operating because productising AI involves many sophisticated processes. Machine learning operations (MLOps) is a new practice that ensures ML workflow automation in a scalable and efficient manner. But how do you make MLOps observable?

Observability is essential for maintaining the performance and reliability of modern software systems. However, the cost associated with attaining and extending observability can quickly escalate in ways that may not even seem apparent at first. We hear from many organizations struggling to tamp down the costs of observability at a time when every dollar spent on technology is scrutinized.

If you’re still unpacking the latest terminology from Gartner’s 2023 AIOps market update, you aren’t alone. Subject matter experts from Moogsoft recently joined thought leaders from TIAA and Windward Consulting for a debrief on the panel interview Accelerating Your AIOps Journey Webinar. Almost half of technology leaders looking to improve productivity and fuel greater collaboration are struggling to explain AIOps use cases, benefits, and value to other business leaders.

“Why can’t you just use the MDM we’ve been using in corporate IT?” Sounds familiar? If you’ve been in operations IT for the last decade or more, you’ve likely heard this question from your corporate colleagues at least once. It may be a bit ironic that mobile device management may have been part of your operational tech stack for twice as many years as it’s been in the corporate conversation.

The world of FinOps can be pretty complex. Don’t get us wrong, it’s a fantastic way to align IT and finance teams for maximum efficiency in cloud operations. But for newcomers, it may feel a bit overwhelming at first. That’s why following influential leaders in the FinOps space is a must. The tips, insights, and guidance from these top FinOps performers can give you the confidence and motivation to lead FinOps at your company.