Application Monitoring White Papers

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Transaction Tracing through Complex Web Applications
sponsored by Dell Software
WHITE PAPER: Read this paper for a better understanding of the components of a transaction when it crosses application domains and the difficulty in connecting them for monitoring purposes.
Posted: 16 May 2011 | Published: 12 May 2011

Dell Software

DELL DX Object Storage Platform – Remote Synchronous Replication Configuration
sponsored by DellEMC and Intel®
WHITE PAPER: The purpose of this document is to provide DX Storage administrators, application developers, and support teams instructions on the DX platform configuration required when applications are utilizing the remote synchronous write feature to enable synchronous writes to a local and remote DX Clusters.
Posted: 01 May 2011 | Published: 27 Apr 2011

DellEMC and Intel®

SAP Outsourcing for Mid-Market Companies: A Comparison of Three Leading Providers
sponsored by itelligence, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: Running a business on SAP requires that the application be available 7x24, data be secure, and that the application can grow with an organization. The decision to select an outsourcer goes far beyond finding a data center. Read this paper and learn what questions to ask in order to select an outstanding SAP outsourcing provider.
Posted: 28 Mar 2011 | Published: 28 Mar 2011

itelligence, Inc.

GlobalSign Security Services for Hosting Companies - Understanding the true opportunity for Hosting Companies & ISPs to resell Online Security Services
sponsored by GlobalSign
WHITE PAPER: This white paper explains GlobalSign’s Internet security technology, its uses and necessity (and therefore the sales opportunity), advises on how to fit the services into existing hosting portfolios, and details how provisioning SSL can now be automated to degrees previously considered impossible.
Posted: 16 Mar 2011 | Published: 16 Mar 2011

GlobalSign

Web User Experience: Common Indicators for Business and IT Collaboration
sponsored by Dell Software
WHITE PAPER: This paper discusses how to bridge the gap in user experience management (UEM) between business stakeholders and IT by helping each group better understand both perspectives on the user experience. It describes the most common UEM indicators and what they mean to both the business and IT. 
Posted: 29 Dec 2010 | Published: 27 Dec 2010

Dell Software

Transaction Tracing through Complex Web Applications
sponsored by Dell Software
WHITE PAPER: To ensure that application slowdowns and other revenue-impeding application issues are isolated, diagnosed and fixed quickly, sometimes it’s necessary to trace transactions from their source across all of the technology domains that contribute to transaction response time. Read this paper now to learn more.
Posted: 27 Dec 2010 | Published: 27 Dec 2010

Dell Software

Optimising Virtual Infrastructure with PowerVM and the IBM Systems Director VMControl Performance Summary
sponsored by IBM
WHITE PAPER: IBM Systems Director supports the PowerVM environment and is the IBM platform management tool for multiple heterogeneous servers and advanced management functions such as workload lifecycle management, health check, and topology mappings, as well as the ability to take action on monitored events. Read this paper for more information.
Posted: 16 Nov 2010 | Published: 16 Nov 2010

IBM

Optimizing Video Performance Across the Distributed Enterprise
sponsored by BlueCoat
WHITE PAPER: Do more with less: that’s the message echoing through corporate cultures today. One clear target is to contain costs, especially travel-related costs, which can be large enough to have a serious impact on bottom lines. Read this paper to find out more.
Posted: 07 Oct 2010 | Published: 07 Oct 2010

BlueCoat

Application Visibility and Monitoring: An integrated approach to application delivery
sponsored by BlueCoat
WHITE PAPER: This white paper looks at the specific issues behind application performance problems and how to resolve them within an ADN environment. It explores how to deliver superior application performance by using application-level insight to manage bandwidth demand, protect against malware and so much more.
Posted: 07 Oct 2010 | Published: 07 Oct 2010

BlueCoat

The Truth about Agent vs. Agentless Monitoring
sponsored by uptime software inc.
WHITE PAPER: This brief paper will examine the differences between Agent and Agentless monitoring, so you can make the right decision based on your company’s needs.
Posted: 30 Sep 2010 | Published: 30 Sep 2010

uptime software inc.

Implementing Database Security and Auditing: Using Granular Access Control
sponsored by Guardium, an IBM Company
WHITE PAPER: In this white paper you’ll see that granular access control can only be achieved through aligning the application user model with the database security system.
Posted: 27 Sep 2010 | Published: 27 Sep 2010

Guardium, an IBM Company

Performance in the Cloud
sponsored by Compuware Corporation
WHITE PAPER: Companies are eager to take advantage of the benefits of cloud computing but are often weary of the potential business risks that the technology exposes. This paper provides an innovative approach to the application performance and availability challenges inherent in cloud computing. Continue reading to learn more about performance in the cloud.
Posted: 06 Aug 2010 | Published: 06 Aug 2010

Compuware Corporation

The Desktop Dilemma: Liberty vs. Lockdown
sponsored by Bit9, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: CIOs and IT departments are under tremendous pressure to implement better processes over how software is deployed, managed, and used by their employees on their company computers. This document will outline a nine-step methodology that can make or break your transition to a well-managed and controlled Windows environment.
Posted: 09 Jun 2009 | Published: 09 Jun 2009

Bit9, Inc.

A Smarter Approach to WAN Optimization
sponsored by Exinda Networks
WHITE PAPER: Network managers and administrators face the daunting task of effectively monitoring and managing network resources while meeting user expectations for network performance across the WAN. At the same time, they have to reduce operating costs and do more with less. Read on to learn how a unified performance management (UPM) solution can help.
Posted: 27 May 2009 | Published: 27 May 2009

Exinda Networks

Application Visibility and Monitoring: An Integrated Approach to Application Delivery
sponsored by BlueCoat
WHITE PAPER: It's no secret that application performance drives business performance. But to achieve the level of application performance your business demands, you need total visibility into your network infrastructure so you can identify and monitor all your applications and resolve the issues that impede performance.
Posted: 20 Apr 2009 | Published: 16 Apr 2009

BlueCoat

Practical Considerations When Instrumenting Applications with JMX
sponsored by SL Corporation
WHITE PAPER: This paper discusses practical issues regarding data content and design of MBeans for optimal use in such systems. Some commonly overlooked requirements are explored and recommendations made for minimizing client-side development efforts.
Posted: 19 May 2008 | Published: 18 Mar 2008

SL Corporation

Extend the Monitoring of Distributed Applications with Operations Manager 2007 to Heterogeneous Environments with Jalasoft Xian Io
sponsored by JALASOFT
WHITE PAPER: The Distributed Application Designer allows administrators to graphically define components which make up a service. Underlying is Operations Manager System Definition Model (SDM).
Posted: 10 Mar 2008 | Published: 10 Mar 2008

JALASOFT

Optimizing Application Monitoring
sponsored by GroundWork, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: After studying dozens of designs for application monitoring, it has been found that the optimal solution is often achieved through simple synthetic transaction monitors.
Posted: 07 Mar 2008 | Published: 01 Jan 2006

GroundWork, Inc.

The Third Stakeholder: The End-User's Impact on CRM ROI
sponsored by Knoa Software
WHITE PAPER: CRM solutions, like Siebel, automate complex business processes where high levels of application performance are crucial. Read this whitepaper to learn best practices in Siebel CRM Performance Management.
Posted: 07 Sep 2007 | Published: 07 Sep 2007

Knoa Software

Reduce IT Costs and Complexity with Effective Application Problem Management
sponsored by BMC Software, Extending Value with Identify Software
WHITE PAPER: Learn the benefits of automating problem management through problem detection, isolation and resolution. Discover how IT organizations can reduce IT costs and complexity with effective application problem management.
Posted: 26 Mar 2007 | Published: 01 Nov 2006

BMC Software, Extending Value with Identify Software

Managing Applications with Oracle Enterprise Manager 10g
sponsored by Oracle Corporation
WHITE PAPER: This white paper discusses how to address the challenges of managing mission-critical applications. Read this white paper to learn about benefits of adopting an application management solution like Oracle Enterprise Manager.
Posted: 07 Mar 2007 | Published: 01 Oct 2006

Oracle Corporation

Managing Microsoft SQL Server 2005 with Microsoft Operations Manager 2005
sponsored by DellEMC and Intel®
WHITE PAPER: As the data center becomes more standardized, centralized management of the systems resources through tools like the Microsoft Office Manager (MOM) becomes possible. Find out how MOM can quickly respond to hardware failure for SQL Server
Posted: 18 Sep 2006 | Published: 15 Sep 2006

DellEMC and Intel®

How Dell IT Implements Microsoft SQL Server 2005 with Database Mirroring
sponsored by DellEMC and Intel®
WHITE PAPER: Upgrading from SQL Server 2000 to 2005 may seem like a daunting task, but the benefits are plentiful. Get a comparison of features between the two versions, learn about simplified management with MOM management packs and improved database mirroring.
Posted: 18 Sep 2006 | Published: 15 Sep 2006

DellEMC and Intel®