Learn How to Choose an APM Tool

Apdex Alliance Webinar June 30, 2010

The Apdex Alliance is hosting an upcoming webinar to guide folks through the daunting task of choosing the right application performance management (APM) tool from the baffling array of alternatives. Peter is the speaker, and if you register here you can not only attend the webinar, which is on June 30, 2010 at 12:00 noon EDT (1 hour), you will receive an Excel tool Peter developed to evaluate APM tools. The webinar will help you avoid decisions based on vendor hype rather than selecting the right match for your needs. We suggest you attend before investing in your next APM tool.

We have counted more than 30 application performance management (APM) tool vendors with scores of product offerings, so buyers face hundreds of confusing choices. This confusion is compounded by the lack of common APM nomenclature, making cross-vendor comparisons challenging at best. NetForecast has developed an APM tools framework which helps define APM requirements and map them to vendor offerings. The APM framework is a comprehensive description of application management functions and features that build on essential infrastructure management, and it also provides common nomenclature that makes it easy to compare tools. The framework also places Apdex elements in their appropriate contexts.

Good performance is delivered with tools that directly support APM processes and best practices. The APM framework enables you to describe and prioritize the functions and features appropriate for your environment, and it will guide your APM strategy. Peter's Excel tool will help you intelligently select the framework elements needed to create your custom vendor selection checklist (e.g., you will be able to define the level of Apdex support you require).

• Network Management
• APM
• Application Performance Management