Lately we have been getting asked on what type of things LANDesk can track.  With the release of v8.8 (available now)there is a new tool set that can track even more.  Below is a several examples of what events that LANDesk Software can track with the new tool sets:

• Hardware changes: A component such as a processor, memory, a disk drive, or a network card has been added or removed.

• Application added or removed:  A user has installed or uninstalled an application on a device. This can be useful in tracking licenses or employee productivity. Applications registered in Windows Add or Remove Programs are monitored, and the application name used in Add or Remove Programs is the name that appears in the alert notification.

• Service event: A service has started or stopped on the device.

• Performance: A performance threshold has been crossed, such as for drive capacity, available   memory, etc.

• IPMI event: An event detectable on IPMI devices has occurred, including changes to controllers, sensors, logs, etc.

• Modem usage: The system modem has been used, or a modem has been added or removed.

• Physical security: Chassis intrusion detection, power cycling, or another physical change has occurred.

• Package installation: A package has been installed on the target computer.

• Remote control activity: Remote control session activity has occurred, including starting, stopping, or failures.

If your new to LANDesk, it is a powerful tool and we would be happy to help with more information. For current users this may be yet another great reason to upgrade to v8.8!  The NAI team can also help you with custom rule sets, if you need some help or have questions please email us at info@ldms.com.

Wishing you my best,

-Susie