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5 Challenges and Solutions of Migrating to the AWS Cloud

Modern IT environments are far too complex and dynamic for traditional tools. Successful IT organizations have figured out that before, during, and after a migration to AWS, OpsGenie is a critical tool to monitor and alert on concerns for on-premise, hybrid solutions (on-premise with some part in the cloud), or fully in AWS.

Monitoring Flask apps with Datadog

Flask is a Python framework known for its ease of use. It inherits Python’s advantages of extensibility, broad support, and relative simplicity. It’s known as a microframework because it relies on extensions for much of its functionality. Flask avoids constraining the developer to a predetermined database or authentication mechanism, for example, and instead leaves room for choice.

Adopting a SIEM solution, Part 2: What should you consider when choosing a SIEM tool?

In part one of this two-part series, we discussed why organizations should adopt a SIEM solution to ensure network security. In this second part, we’ll be demystifying the critical capabilities of SIEM tools and show you what to consider when picking a solution.

Air Quality Sensors and IoT Systems Monitoring

2017 was a bad year for fires in California. The Tubbs Fire in Sonoma County in October destroyed whole neighborhoods and sent toxic smoke south through most of the San Francisco Bay Area. The Air Quality Index (AQI) for parts of that area went up past the unhealthy level (101–150) to the hazardous level (301–500) at certain points during the fire. Once word got out that N99 dust masks were needed to keep the harmful particles out of the lungs, they became a common sight.

Thoughts from Gartner's 2018 Security & Risk Management Summit

I always look forward to attending the annual Gartner Security & Risk Management Summit in National Harbor, Maryland. This event provides the latest insights from both Gartner and industry thought leaders, and is focused on many current challenges facing organizations today with key areas including agile architectures, business continuity management (BCM), cloud security, privacy and securing internet of things (IoT).”

Improve the Productivity of Relationship Managers and Financial Advisors with Business iQ

Every job has its mundane administrative tasks, and we all hate them. In the world of wealth management, relationship managers are pressured to serve as many existing customers and prospects as they can with the ultimate goal of increasing the assets under management (AUM)—one of the key metrics used to measure their productivity. Similarly, in the insurance industry, financial advisors are driven to maximize their time with clients.