IT teams can easily automate routine tasks with the help of a configuration management database. Many systems management tools now integrate CMDB capabilities. Modern IT environments are complex, with ...

A configuration management database (CMDB) is a file -- usually, in the form of a standardized database-- that contains all relevant information about the hardware and software components used in an ...

Having a configuration management database (CMDB) can be a huge asset. After all, it provides a holistic view of your IT environment, captures the true impact of the thousands of changes you make ...

There’s an adage that says change is the only constant. Still, every IT executive knows constant change wreaks havoc on a complex IT environment. In fact, IDC and Gartner report that 70% to 80% of ...

The configuration management database as a concept has companies considering new staff positions and management vendors adding tools to their product suites thanks to ITIL. A few vendors such as BMC, ...