IBM周三宣布将在今年夏天推出一款软件，该软件可以帮助it经理更快地对it资源进行盘点和分类，并围绕管理可用性、应用程序发布和存储的流程实施最佳实践。
IBM更新了它的Tivoli Change and Configuration Management Database (CCMDB)，现在支持联邦模型，这要求IBM包含一个开放的机制，以允许从其他源导入数据，并方便地将数据导出到第三方资源。数据库安装在服务器上，并自动发现IT资源及其配置，以及IT组件之间的任何关系。当发生更改时，它还可以更新自身。IBM Tivoli战略总监迈克•麦卡锡表示:“这是一个关键信息和基础设施变更的存储库。”“这一切都取决于一个开放的方法。”与竞争对手HP和BMC一样，IBM在这个CCMDB发行版中加入了联邦模型。在联邦模型下，数据库软件从许多数据源收集数据，但不必将所有数据存储在一个整体数据库中。联邦的CDMB有一个中央数据库，该数据库与其他数据源挂钩;不要求IT管理人员放弃现有的数据库并将配置数据转移到另一台服务器。这种支持使得数据可以驻留在整个企业的多个数据源中，而集中式数据源知道数据的位置。In addition to the CCMDB, IBM introduced three software applications that would be installed on the same server as the database and includes connectors to enable them to work with other Tivoli tools to employ a consistent set of processes and workflows when completing certain IT tasks. For instance, IBM Tivoli Availability Process Manager would include workflows that would help IT managers quickly restore a service following an outage. The product identifies the failing IT resources and can be configured to launch the appropriate diagnostic tools, IBM says.Likewise, IBM Tivoli Release Manager automates the process of deploying software releases, application upgrades and patches. The workflow helps IT managers ensure the "right tasks are performed by the right person," IBM says. And IBM Tivoli Storage Process Manager can help customers better understand the data in their storage environment to better use storage devices. For instance, the application can help IT managers reduce redundant backups and fill unused storage space, as well as diagnose backup failures.The software products are scheduled to be generally available June 30. IBM will release pricing at that time.