Outdated hardware can be a significant threat to your network’s security. By neglecting hardware upgrades, organizations leave themselves vulnerable to cyber-attacks that exploit known vulnerabilities. It’s crucial to have a comprehensive strategy that includes both software patch management and hardware lifecycle planning.
When I think of Valentine’s Day, I feel warm and cozy and wonder if there is something special I can do for the person I love. This requires that I think ahead, plan, buy cards, flowers, and candy, go out to dinner, or go somewhere special and romantic. The Parallels Between IT Procedure Management and…
“Aubrey, we found your info exposed online.” That was the subject line of an email I received just yesterday from Experian. Unfortunately, yesterday wasn’t the first time I’ve received an email like that, and I doubt it’ll be the last. Not because I’m careless with my Personally Identifiable Information (PII) or lax when it comes…
I’m a firm believer that procedures are like recipes—frameworks for repeatable tasks that can be improved and automated. Their frequency determines whether they are “savory” or “sweet” (baking) procedures.
I’m sure you know the mantra “If it isn’t broken, then don’t fix it,” and you might argue that this is sound advice. However, complex software systems break in complex ways, often invisible to the casual observer. Luckily, we’re here to help you bring the complexity back down, to something as simple as a banana….
Why don’t we talk about software lifecycle management regularly? It could be that most IT Operations folks follow the principle of “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” It could also be a lack of knowledge, resources, budget, or anything else.
When I buy new technology, I know it has a limited shelf life—hardware lasts 5-10 years, while software often needs updates every 6-12 months. So why do many companies storing our personal information push their hardware and software to the brink of obsolescence?
