The ever present demand to maximise the value delivered by business-critical applications requires that we optimise the use of all the resources that execute and manage them. BMC Software is one of the major vendors offering such support and has a highly regarded set of solutions collectively called BMC SQL Performance for DB2. 

Virtualization adds a whole new level of complexity to the IT infrastructure, introducing new challenges in every step of the process - from planning to configuration and management. Read how effective service management can help tackle the challenges of virtualization in this white paper from BMC Software. 

Manual configuration changes are the no. 1 cause of service disruptions. In this article, customers, analysts and IT experts share strategies to help automate your manual processes and ensure that changes are applied according to configurations – every time. Download the ebook. 

Service Operation, the fourth book in the IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL) Version 3 publications, assists readers in developing management practices to ensure customers are satisfied and receive the value they expect. BMC experts have compiled an overview based on Service Operation, including valuable commentary, practical guidance and examples. 

To meet business demands for higher levels of performance and availability – all while adding services and reducing costs – IT has to modernize. A strong service assurance capability enabled by available Business Service Management (BSM) solutions can help you modernize IT and deliver compelling business benefits. 

BMC Software's internal IT organization launched a virtualization and automation initiative that achieved financial payback in less than six months. The effort improved productivity, increased responsiveness, and saved the company $5 million per year. 

As you know, automation is a critical component in achieving long-term IT savings. We've compiled a few resources to give you an overview of the benefits of service automation and the technology behind our comprehensive solution. 

This white paper discusses why Dell chose BMC's CONTROL-M when they embarked on a broad initiative to integrate and upgrade its IT services to better satisfy business needs. 

BMC provides a set of tools and utilities that are designed to automate the complex processes involved in updating and managing DB2 environments with the aim of being easy to use, and fast and effective in their execution. 

In this expert E-Guide, brought to you by SearchDataCenter.com and BMC, you will discover how to best maintain your mainframe infrastructure in light of the current economic climate. Explore the biggest challenges encountered by mainframe users today and gain insight into the distinct vulnerabilities and risks associated with mainframes. 

In this E-Guide, brought to you by SearchServerVirtualization.com and BMC, you will discover expert tips for effective virtual systems management. Explore the top five target areas essential for improved virtual performance and availability management. 

Monitoring mainframe performance is something every data center does. This quick video explains a set of software solutions that can help out with mainframe monitoring by observing and managing performance, providing visibility, and improving availability while reducing costs. Watch the video now to learn more. 

Enterprise Management Associates® (EMA®) research shows 75% of CIOs are facing budget cuts. Most CIOs need to go beyond obvious cost reduction measures to address the largest single IT cost - staff. This whitepaper will discuss the ways that Workload automation can effect real cost savings.