A guide for IT managers: costs under control, performance
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Performance Management
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Costs rise,
performance decreases?

Is this question also buzzing around in your head: As an IT manager, how can I reduce costs and increase performance at the same time? Finding the balance between these two goals is crucial. But how can these challenges be overcome efficiently? This blog post will provide you with a guide on how to keep costs under control and always keep an eye on the performance of your IT infrastructure.

Initial question: How do I maintain an overview?

A central question that IT managers ask again and again is:

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‘How can I ensure that my IT budget is utilised efficiently while keeping the performance of our systems at the highest level?’

To answer this question, it is crucial to know and understand the exact cost structure and performance requirements of your IT infrastructure. This understanding forms the basis for effective cost management and the optimisation of IT performance.

Smart cost control

Cloud cost control

Use cloud services efficiently and only pay for what you actually use. Choose the right providers and services that exactly match your needs and are flexibly scalable.

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Budget planning and monitoring

Plan your budget precisely and use smart tools for monitoring. Regular reviews help you to recognise deviations at an early stage and take targeted countermeasures.

Efficient licence management

Keep your licences under control and avoid unnecessary costs. Use licence management tools to manage only the licences that are actually used and prevent licence overruns.

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IT performance at the highest level

Infrastructure in top form

Use monitoring tools to identify and resolve bottlenecks at an early stage. AI-supported event management gives you full control over the entire IT landscape. Even dynamic environments are easy to manage.

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Efficient automation

Take the pressure off your team by automating recurring tasks. This frees up time for more demanding tasks and reduces stress.

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Network optimisation

Optimise your network for maximum performance. Keep your network infrastructure up to date and carry out regular updates. Use network management tools to monitor data traffic and avoid bottlenecks.

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The high performance of your IT systems is crucial for user satisfaction and employee productivity. Fast and reliable systems increase user satisfaction, while efficient IT systems support productivity. In addition, high-performance IT strengthens the trust of customers and partners.

Michael Troitzsch, Solution Architect, DICOS

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Your smart guide

Costs under control, performance in view

1. analysing current IT costs

The first step is to analyse current IT expenditure in detail:

  • What costs are incurred by hardware and software?
  • How much is spent on maintenance and support?
  • Which cloud services are used and how much do they cost?

A detailed cost overview provides clarity and forms the basis for all further measures.

2. cost-benefit analysis

Once you have an overview of the costs, these should be compared with the benefits:

  • Which systems and applications contribute most to business success?
  • Where can costs be saved without compromising performance?

A regular evaluation of the cost-benefit ratio helps to identify inefficient expenditure and optimise it in a targeted manner.

3. implementation of monitoring tools

Monitoring tools are essential for keeping an eye on the performance of the IT infrastructure. These help to recognise problems at an early stage and take targeted measures. Important key figures to keep an eye on are

  • CPU and memory utilisation
  • Network utilisation
  • Response times of applications

A good monitoring system provides proactive information about possible bottlenecks and thus ensures continuously high performance.

4. Automation and optimisation

The automation of routine tasks can not only reduce costs, but also improve performance. Examples of automation are

  • Automated backups and restores
  • Scripts for the installation and configuration of software
  • Utilisation of Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

Automation reduces manual errors, saves time and increases the efficiency of IT operations.

5. regular review and adjustment

The IT world is dynamic, so it is important to regularly review and adapt the strategy. The question should be asked:

  • Are there new technologies or services that are more cost-effective?
  • Have the company’s requirements changed?

Regularly adapting the IT strategy ensures that you are always up to date and can optimise both costs and performance.

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Kirsten Kunz, Senior Account Manager, DICOS

Technologies and tools

Smart solutions for your success

Artificial intelligence (AI) Use AI to analyse large amounts of data and predict performance problems. This allows you to optimise costs and performance by taking proactive measures.
Business Intelligence (BI) BI tools allow you to analyse data, identify trends and monitor key figures. Make well-founded decisions with dashboards and reports that give you clear insights into your business.

What is the difference between AI and BI? AI focuses on the prediction and optimisation of processes, while BI tools help you to interpret data and make strategic decisions.

The key to efficient IT management

 

To summarise briefly:

  • Optimise costs and performance in equal measure.
  • Use analyses, monitoring tools and automation.
  • Keep your IT infrastructure efficient and powerful.
  • Carry out regular reviews and utilise new technologies.
  • Rely on cloud-based solutions for flexibility and cost efficiency.
  • Use advanced IT management tools for monitoring.
  • Invest in the training of your team.
  • Implement strong IT management for your business success.