Network management, particularly the effective handling of system logs, is crucial in maintaining a high-performance and secure IT infrastructure. Log files, or simply logs, are generated by network devices such as switches and routers, serving as valuable resources to understand the intricacies of network performance, spot anomalies, and even comply with regulatory requirements. One popular … Read more Managing Cisco Switch Logs with Kiwi Syslog Server

In the modern work environment, every department functions as a service provider. While IT traditionally handles specific requests, the potential for expanding IT service management (ITSM) practices across the organization is immense—from HR to Facilities, and Finance. The best consumer products and services have customer experience down to a science. It should be a low … Read more Future-Driven Service Management: 150 Ways AI and Automation Are Changing the Game

In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, organizations are seeking innovative solutions to enhance their IT Service Management (ITSM) practices. One such approach is integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into ITSM. This convergence promises to streamline processes and significantly improve service delivery and operational efficiency. Understanding AI in ITSM (AISM) AI in ITSM (AISM) refers to using advanced … Read more AI in ITSM: GenAI for Asset, Knowledge, Incident Management

IT service management (ITSM) has gained new momentum in recent years as companies continue to embrace digital transformations. ITSM represents the strategic approach and practices for planning, providing, managing, and improving IT services within an organization. But how can you assess your ITSM maturity? And what are the benefits of doing so? In this post … Read more What is an ITSM assessment, and how does an ITSM Maturity Model help?

If you know your network’s throughput and bandwidth levels, you have valuable information for assessing network performance. Throughput tells you how much data was transferred from a source at any given time, and bandwidth tells you how much data could theoretically be transferred from a source at any given time. Knowing how both are performing is crucial for administrators hoping to get … Read more What Is Throughput in Networking? Bandwidth Explained