In the world of IT management, there is a wealth of tools and technologies relating to CMDB and asset management. But which one is right for your company? To help you make this decision, we spoke to the experts behind DATAGERRY. Jakob Semere, CTO at becon GmbH, and Kai Schubert-Altmann, Senior Consultant and Web Application Manager at becon GmbH, share their insights and experiences around CMDB, asset management and the benefits of DATAGERRY, a powerful open source tool. Find out how this tool can help your company move forward.
What is a CMDB? Why is it important for companies?
"A CMDB, or Configuration Management Database, is basically a central database in which all relevant information about a company's IT infrastructure is stored. This includes hardware, software, network elements and much more. It's important because it helps companies keep track of their IT resources, better understand the impact of changes and ensure that all processes run smoothly."
Jakob Semere
CTO, becon GmbH
What is asset management? What challenges do companies face in asset management?
"Asset management is about keeping control of hardware, software and contracts. One challenge is to bundle all this information in one place and make sure it is up to date. Companies also need to make sure they manage licenses, keep track of maintenance contracts and optimize costs. This can be time-consuming and error-prone without the right tool."
Kai Schubert-Altmann
Senior Consultant and Web Application Manager, becon GmbH
Why should companies consider DATAGERRY for their IT management and what advantages does DATAGERRY offer compared to other IT management tools?
"DATAGERRY offers companies the freedom to define and customize their own data model. You are not tied to predefined config item classes, which means that DATAGERRY can adapt to your individual requirements. It also offers powerful integration options with other tools, comprehensive access control and the highest security standards for your data. And don't forget, DATAGERRY is open source, which means it's affordable and customizable for businesses."
Jakob Semere
CTO, becon GmbH
Which DATAGERRY functions are particularly useful for companies?
"The ability to customize the data model is definitely a highlight. But the ability to exchange data with other tools via API and trigger events to start synchronizations is also extremely useful. This allows companies to automate processes and make them more efficient. Professional Services also include training and support services in all subscription models. In addition, the DATAGERRY community is growing, where users can share their knowledge and learn from each other."
Kai Schubert-Altmann
Senior Consultant and Web Application Manager, becon GmbH
How can companies integrate DATAGERRY into their existing IT infrastructure?
"The integration of DATAGERRY into existing infrastructures is relatively simple. It offers a powerful API to exchange data with other tools. Event-driven synchronizations can be set up to automate data exchange. There are also several import and export options. This allows DATAGERRY to be optimally integrated into your processes. Of course, becon GmbH can also help with the integration."
Kai Schubert-Altmann
Senior Consultant and Web Application Manager, becon GmbH
How can companies get to know and test DATAGERRY?
"You can find more information about the tool as well as the latest open source version for download on our website. Our team of experts will be happy to help you evaluate and implement DATAGERRY in your IT infrastructure."
Jakob Semere
CTO, becon GmbH
Are you curious about the possibilities of this open source tool? Do not hesitate to contact us. DATAGERRY is the key to efficient IT management. We will be happy to answer your questions and support you with the integration.