In this whitepaper, IDC research analysts Frederick W. Broussard and Vivian Tero discuss the key issues of configuration management and compliance, and how they play a role in providing exceptional IT service and system availability.
They also explain the importance for IT organisations to think beyond mere point tools and consider solutions that help manage systems and configuration settings across the data center.
In this whitepaper, you will discover:
- How strong change management processes can lower costs, reduce risks and improve service;
- Why automating the documentation of configuration items is important for meeting compliance and ensuring the CMDB is accurate;
- Why configuration audit and control is the first step in improving practices and ensuring exceptional levels of service.
Download this IDC whitepaper sponsored by Tripwire to learn how your organisation can leverage Tripwire’s configuration audit and control solutions in order to meet compliance, enhance security and improve operational efficiencies.


