Inquiry Spotlight: Network Monitoring And Management, Q1 2009

Despite being one of the most mature domains of IT management, the landscape for network monitoring and management remains an area of constant discussion. Forrester answered the inquiries of numerous end users between February 2008 and December 2008 on several aspects of network management. There are several ways to approach management in this space, which leads to questions regarding processes, particular tools, and the costs that buyers will incur. Clients should evaluate their requirements, identify product availability, and decide the value proposition when making decisions to either pursue or defer upgrades. The inquiry subjects are far-ranging, covering LAN availability, packet-sniffing tools, general management for networks, and the value of moving ahead with these technologies.