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Configuration Management

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DEFINITION: Configuration management (CM) is the detailed recording and updating of information that describes an enterprise's computer systems and networks, including all hardware and software components. Such information typically includes the versions and updates that have been applied to installed software packages and the locations and network addresses of hardware devices. Special configuration management  … 
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Recent Vendor Reports on Configuration Management
10 Best-Practice Tips to Help You Succeed with Your Enterprise CMDB Project
sponsored by Enterprise Management Associates (EMA)
WHITE PAPER:   Posted: 08 Jul 2008 | Published: 01 Jun 2008
SUMMARY: EMA has culled through 1000+ pieces of advice to identify 10 best practices to help you succeed with your CMDB project. This paper details these tips, highlights key findings from EMA research, and shares practical advice directly from your peers.

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The right tools for the job: Technologies for addressing PCI DSS
sponsored by Ounce Labs
WEBCAST:   Posted: 27 Jun 2008 | When: 30 Jul 2008, 12:00 EDT (16:00 GMT)
SUMMARY: Check out this expert webcast for an overview of today's PCI-related technologies and how your company can use these tools to meet specific PCI DSS requirements.

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How to Leverage Security Technologies to Improve Compliance
sponsored by Symantec Corporation
VIDEOCAST:   Posted: 26 Jun 2008 | When: 26 Jun 2008
SUMMARY: This videocast explores the common missteps organizations make when trying to "operationalize" compliance within their IT systems.

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Market Snapshot™: Automated Testing of Networks and Connected Devices
sponsored by The Fanfare Group, Inc.
WHITE PAPER:   Posted: 26 Jun 2008 | Published: 27 Sep 2007
SUMMARY: The survey highlights the benefits of automated testing for networks and connected devices for testing organizations tasked with delivering quality products and features in an accelerated and competitive timeframe.

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The Executive's Guide to IT Process Automation - Increase IT Effectiveness and Efficiency
sponsored by Opalis Software, Inc.
BOOK:   Posted: 24 Jun 2008 | Published: 01 Jun 2008
SUMMARY: This guide examines IT processes and the steps organizations can take to begin turning the dream of IT Process Automation into a much-anticipated reality.

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IT Process Automation - Improve Processes with ITIL-ITSM Six Sigma or COBIT
sponsored by Opalis Software, Inc.
BOOK:   Posted: 24 Jun 2008 | Published: 01 Jun 2008
SUMMARY: This article examines the processes that will help your organization improve your IT processes, and automate your returns by turning efficient processes into automated solutions.

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CA IT Process Automation
sponsored by CA
WEBCAST:   Posted: 20 Jun 2008 | When: Available On Demand
SUMMARY: View this webcast to learn what role IT process automation can play in your organization and find out how to get started.

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Podcast: CA IT Process Automation
sponsored by CA
PODCAST:   Posted: 20 Jun 2008 | Premiered: 20 Jun 2008
SUMMARY: Listen to this podcast to learn what role IT process automation can play in your organization and find out how to get started.

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From Silos to Services: Using CMDB Federation to Enable an ITIL Version 3 Configuration Management System
sponsored by Hewlett-Packard Company
WHITE PAPER:   Posted: 18 Jun 2008 | Published: 01 May 2008
SUMMARY: This white paper outlines the new concept of a CMDB or Configuration Management System and the best ways to federate with existing data repositories.

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Make ITIL Actionable with Comprehensive IBM Service Management Solutions
sponsored by IBM Software Group
WHITE PAPER:   Posted: 12 Jun 2008 | Published: 01 Dec 2007
SUMMARY: Read this white paper to learn how your organization can leverage ITIL best practices and better develop visibility to make better decisions based on accurate, comprehensive and timely data.

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CONFIGURATION MANAGEMENT DEFINITION (continued): …  software is available. When a system needs ahardware or software upgrade, a computer technician can accesses the configuration management program and database to see what is currently installed. The technician can then make a more informeddecision about the upgrade needed.

An advantage of a configuration management application is that the entire collection of systems can be reviewed to makesure any changes made to one system do not adversely affect any of the othersystems

Configuration management is also used in software development, where it is called Unified Configuration Management (UCM). … 
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