Let’s face it: not every one of your jobs runs on a perfect schedule—your schedule isn’t filled with jobs that run on the hour, every hour, every time. What’s a busy system administrator to do? Set up job monitor statuses, that’s what. Real businesses are complex and dynamic environments, in which job schedules are based
What’s the Difference Between Workload Automation and Job Scheduling Tools? The terms workload automation and job scheduling are often used interchangeably. Workload automation and job scheduling are in fact closely related; however, workload automation tools cover a broader range of capabilities than traditional job scheduling tools. In short, workload automation is an advanced, flexible form
There are a few qualities you want everyone working within your company to have. They should be able to prioritize a workload, utilize resources effectively, and shift tactics based on a changing situation. These traits are as important in your workload automation solution as they are in your employees. What is a Job Queue? At
Companies across market segment, size, revenue, and industry have one thing in common: credit card data breaches. It’s no secret that recent years have seen record numbers of security breaches, keeping consumers and retailers alike on the edge of their seats wondering if their data was secure. Of course most companies have security measures in
How to calculate return on investment (ROI) for automation projects 1. Determine your Business Requirements 2. Start your Research 3. Start a Trial 4. Get a Quote 5. Calculate Soft Costs 6. Calculate Costs and Savings over 5 Years According to a survey on IT spending priorities, many IT departments are overpromising the ROI for
The migration process from legacy job scheduler to workload automation solution can seem daunting at first. By understanding the potential benefits and costs of each method, you will be better able to choose a migration path that fits your needs. Note that if you are consolidating multiple legacy schedulers you will need to select the