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What is Hyperautomation?

Wed, 11/08/2023
For many organizations, what were once islands of automation are converging. And they’re realizing there’s even more labor in their organizations that can be automated. But to bring it all together, they need a craftier strategy to make it happen. Enter hyperautomation. What started as the latest industry buzzword, has become a critical discipline to add to your digital...
Automation
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Workload Automation (WLA) vs. Robotic Process Automation (RPA)

Wed, 02/15/2023
Automation remains a popular technology for businesses of all kinds. Within the realm of automation, there are a lot of acronyms representing different tools and approaches—two of the most common are workload automation (WLA) and robotic process automation (RPA). As you plan your strategy, it’s important to understand the differences of workload automation vs. robotic process...
Automation
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Automation vs Hyperautomation: Learn the Differences

Thu, 11/10/2022
Gartner forecast a $600 billion global market in 2022 for technology that powers hyperautomation. Without a doubt, hyperautomation has quickly moved from an industry buzzword to the way companies of all sizes approach automation. Surveys from the technology research and consulting firm show that a majority of CEOs and two-thirds of boards of directors are demanding...
Automation
Guide
Guide

5th Annual IBM AIX Community Survey Findings

The AIX Community Survey, now in its fifth consecutive year, goes in-depth with IT teams to gain a unique perspective into how this platform is being used today and how teams envision using it in the future. Over the years, the respondents of the survey have expanded to include a variety of industries, geographies, and titles within IT. More than 100 IT professionals in North America, EMEA, and APAC participated in this year’s survey, and this input enables all of us to understand the role of AIX with new clarity.
Automation
Compliance
Monitoring
Guide
Guide

How to Do IT Cost Optimization

Our years of experience shows that organizations waste 30% of their hybrid IT spend, on average. This article identifies the five key components of a cost optimization strategy and how to be successful with each of them.
Infrastructure Management
Guide
Guide

Download the Workload Automation Buyer's Guide

Your First Step Towards Purchasing a Workload Automation Solution We know finding the right workload automation solution for your organization isn’t an easy process. There are dozens of details to consider, from 3rd party integrations, to job monitoring and security concerns, that can make choosing a vendor complex. In this ultimate buyer’s guide, you’ll find the information...
Automation
Workload Automation & Job Scheduling
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How to Answer Key Capacity Planning Strategy Questions

Fri, 06/21/2019
Anyone who works for a large organization knows that July isn’t just a time for fireworks and BBQs. It’s also when you plan your budget for the next fiscal year. If you work in IT, you know you’re always expected to have an answer for everything. But when it comes to planning your budget, there are really only two questions that need to be asked. Do you have enough resources...
Infrastructure Management
Case Study
Case Study

SQL SCHEDULING GOES ENTERPRISE

Company Background Frontline Technologies is a market leader in workforce management software. The Pennsylvania company serves thousands of global clients through its three applications: Aesop, an automated substitute placement and absence management system; Veritime, a time and attendance product; and Jobulator, an automatic job-notification service for substitute teachers....
Automation
Case Study
Case Study

SharkNinja Uses Fresh Retail Data for Fast Decision-Making with JAMS

Company Background SharkNinja is the maker of class-leading Shark® vacuums and steam mops, and the innovative line of Ninja® kitchen appliances. Shark® and Ninja® are two of several house-care brands developed by SharkNinja Operating LLC, a pioneer in small household appliances and cleaning solutions that fit the lifestyles of busy people. The company’s products are widely...
Automation
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The True Cost of Workload-Related Outages

Thu, 06/06/2019
Underestimating the consequences of downtime can be hugely detrimental to your productivity. Accurately calculating those costs won’t just prevent disasters, but also help you effectively manage your capacity planning efforts.
Infrastructure Management
What is IT capacity planning?
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What is Capacity Planning?

By Scott Adams on Wed, 06/05/2019
    What is Capacity Planning? IT capacity planning is a process used to manage IT service delivery. Business services depend on IT resources in most organizations. Retail organizations need IT to make sure their POS system stays up and running – even on days with unusually high transaction counts, like Black Friday. Banks and other financial...