Application Rollout Planning and Problems

In this learning center, find tips and tools for IT operations staff to facilitate application scaling and performance optimization in production, as well as how to create a feedback loop to development as part of a successful ALM collaboration.

July 20, 2021 20 Jul'21
Sysdig deal reflects infrastructure-as-code security buzz

Enterprise Kubernetes maturity has pushed infrastructure deployments into DevOps pipelines, prompting container security vendors to support infrastructure-as-code scans.
June 30, 2021 30 Jun'21
IT pros work out the nuances of GitOps security, maturity

GitOps is catching on among enterprises, especially as edge workloads increase, but the industry must strike a time-honored balance between security and flexibility as it matures.
June 29, 2021 29 Jun'21
JFrog to acquire Vdoo, take 'shift right' view of DevSecOps

The combined companies will expand JFrog's Xray tool to embed security throughout its DevSecOps pipeline products, with a focus on application artifacts, rather than source code.
June 17, 2021 17 Jun'21
OpenShift Virtualization gives KubeVirt enterprise foothold

Industry experts are wary of OpenShift Virtualization, but some Red Hat users favor it to help with application modernization and, in one case, nested Kubernetes clusters.

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How to build a CI/CD pipeline with Azure and GitHub

Some organizations need to build and deploy apps to specific cloud platforms. This walkthrough shows you step by step how to create a CI/CD pipeline using GitHub and Azure DevOps. Continue Reading
continuous delivery (CD)

Continuous delivery (CD) is an approach for software delivery in which development teams produce and test code in short but continuous cycles, usually with high degrees of automation. Continue Reading
How to build a CI/CD pipeline -- with examples

Ready to set up a CI/CD pipeline? Follow these general steps, with guidance toward specific examples depending upon your own specific needs and resources. Continue Reading

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CI/CD pipelines explained: Everything you need to know

CI/CD can transform an organization, but there's a lot to consider. This comprehensive guide explains the CI/CD pipeline stages, benefits and challenges, best practices and more. Continue Reading
Continuous delivery vs. continuous deployment: Which to choose?

Continuous delivery and continuous deployment both compress and de-risk the final stages of production rollout. Learn how to choose the proper path for your organization. Continue Reading
The pros and cons of CI/CD pipelines

Many enterprises begin their DevOps journey with a continuous development and delivery pipeline. Before you get started, understand some fundamental CI/CD pros and cons. Continue Reading

Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.

7 best practices to ensure your CI/CD pipeline's security

CI/CD security means fortifying everything that flows through your software pipeline with securing elements -- but the pipeline itself can be a target. Lock it down with these CI/CD protective steps. Continue Reading
How to address 5 common CI/CD implementation challenges

CI/CD removes the manual steps involved when you create and install application code. Address these CI/CD challenges and ease the flow of your software pipeline. Continue Reading
9 ways to infuse security in your CI/CD pipeline

Rapid release cycles need not compromise the security of an application and supporting infrastructure. Follow these guidelines to ensure security throughout your CI/CD pipeline. Continue Reading

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ServiceNow implementation upgrades reinsurer's finance unit

In 2017, Accenture embarked on an unconventional ServiceNow deployment on behalf of global reinsurer Scor. Learn how the implementation helped modernize Scor's finance department. Continue Reading
Prevent help desk escalation with runbook documentation

IT operations teams are often stuck in a process loop to solve issues. Learn how tools, such as runbooks and libraries, break the cycle and help avoid problem escalation. Continue Reading
Build a patch management process to stay cool in an IT crisis

Time is of the essence during a major IT crisis, but rushing to fix a problem can do more harm than good. Ensure version control, documentation and testing for effective patch deployment. Continue Reading