IT Monitoring News | November ’24 Edition

Dive into the Latest Updates and Insights

Welcome to our November edition of the NiCE bi-monthly newsletter! We’re thrilled to share the latest updates, insights, and events to keep you ahead in the ever-evolving IT monitoring landscape, primarily revolving around Microsoft System Center.

Whether you’re looking to stay current with new features, understand best practices, or network with fellow professionals, our newsletter has you covered.

Releases & Software Updates ?️

Microsoft System Center 2025: What You Need to Know
The System Center 2025 release is here. Packed with powerful features and updates, SC 2025 brings enhanced infrastructure monitoring, the same familiar licensing model, and tighter integration with hybrid cloud environments. Stay tuned for deeper insights on how it will shape IT operations. Read more about what’s new.

NiCE Management Pack Updates: What’s New?
NiCE has released the NetApp ONTAP Management Pack for Microsoft SCOM, offering powerful monitoring for NetApp ONTAP environments. With support for SCOM 2016, 2019, and 2022, it enables real-time performance tracking, automated alerts, and capacity planning, all integrated seamlessly with Azure Monitor SCOM MI.

Industry Insights & Research ?

What’s New in System Center 2025?
From TechTarget and Petri IT Knowledgebase, the recent articles on the System Center 2025 release highlight key innovations in the platform, from enhanced automation to better hybrid environment support. These insights reveal the future of IT monitoring and management — read the full articles for more in-depth analysis here and here.

2024 State of Multicloud Security Report
Microsoft highlights the growing complexity of securing workloads in multi-cloud environments. As cloud adoption increases, organizations face numerous attack paths, with over 58% exposed to at least one significant threat. Microsoft’s Cloud-Native Application Protection Platform (CNAPP), combined with Microsoft Defender for Cloud, provides organizations with centralized, cross-cloud threat protection and response. The key takeaway is the need for unified security approaches that address cross-cloud risks and the increasing use of AI by attackers, such as in identity and data security. You can find the reports here and here.

Latest NiCE Whitepapers & Recordings ?

Monitoring NetApp on Microsoft SCOM | Webinar Recording
Keeping storage systems running is crucial for business operations. Learn how to integrate NetApp with Microsoft SCOM for a comprehensive monitoring solution. This webinar showcases best practices, key performance metrics, and techniques to enhance storage reliability and performance. Find the recording here.

Considerations on Entra ID Security Monitoring
Discover how optimizing Microsoft Entra ID monitoring can strengthen security and simplify access management across hybrid IT environments. Learn how effective identity access monitoring enhances compliance, mitigates risks, and proactively protects your IT infrastructure, and understand key metrics and real-time strategies to help you detect threats and safeguard your systems. Read the whitepaper here.

The Big SCOM Survey 2024 | Results Revealed
The Big SCOM Survey is conducted by the team behind SCOMathon, a group of leading SCOM experts and community leaders dedicated to understanding how the community leverages SCOM, the tools and techniques in use, and future plans. This survey captures the voice of the SCOM community. Check the results published soon here.

Events & Sessions to Look Forward To ?

Microsoft Ignite 2024
In this year’s Microsoft Ignite, explore how to bolster your resilience and transparency in the face of outages. Sessions like “Outages are Inevitable, Here’s What You Should Know“ (BRK213) provide valuable insights on effective mitigation strategies for system failures, while “Anatomy of an Outage and Evolving Cultures“ (BRK237) focuses on creating transparency and learning from past disruptions. Both sessions are must-watch for IT leaders looking to enhance service reliability and cultural growth. Check out these and many more sessions to stay ahead!

Cloud-Based Monitoring & Automation | Webinar by NiCE & Kelverion
Date: December 3, 2024 | Time: 4:00 PM (CET)
You can join NiCE and Kelverion to explore the integration of Microsoft Azure and SCOM MI for real-time monitoring and automated workflows. Learn strategies for optimizing performance and minimizing downtime in hybrid cloud environments. NiCE and Kelverion are set to showcase the integration of Microsoft Azure and SCOM MI, offering a comprehensive approach to real-time monitoring and automated workflows. Register here.

Experts Live Series 2025
Get ready for an incredible opportunity to deepen your knowledge and connect with industry peers at Experts Live Events scheduled for 2025. This premier event series is designed for professionals eager to enhance their understanding of cutting-edge Microsoft technologies across cloud, data & AI, datacenter, security, and modern workplace solutions.

Spotlight on Partners ?

Base-IT
Base-IT is your trusted partner for comprehensive advice, meticulous planning, seamless installation, and ongoing maintenance of IT systems. Our partnership brings together NiCE’s expertise in advanced IT management with Base-IT’s customer-centric approach, providing you with the insights and support necessary to navigate the complexities of modern IT landscapes.

We hope you enjoyed the second edition of the bi-monthly IT Monitoring Newsletter. Feel free to reach out for more on advanced monitoring and automation based on Microsoft SCOM.