Linux Management from the Cloud

Modern IT organizations have their hands full. With mixed platforms, on-prem and cloud-based applications, an array of file storage systems, networks that can span multiple locations, and more, modern IT environments have never been more complex. One c… Continue reading Linux Management from the Cloud

Identity Management Competition

Identity management is becoming one of the hottest markets in the IT space, which is interesting because the identity and access management (IAM) category has historically been controlled by one major player for many years. Recently, though, there has … Continue reading Identity Management Competition

Cloud Directory feature macOS® Device Management

A cloud directory that features macOS® device management would certainly be helpful in the modern enterprise. While many IT organizations have Macs®, they often don’t have great management tools for Macs. As a result, Mac systems have g… Continue reading Cloud Directory feature macOS® Device Management

Google Cloud Directory Sync Replacement

Google Cloud Directory Sync (GCDS), formerly known as Google Apps Directory Sync™  (GADS), is a core component of the Google approach to identity management services. GCDS is a cloud identity bridge that federates on-prem user identities &#8… Continue reading Google Cloud Directory Sync Replacement

Simplified Mac® Management

Is there a simplified Mac® management solution available in the cloud? Due to the proliferation of Mac systems in the changing IT landscape, this question has been consuming a lot of time and energy for IT admins. As more Macs enter networks, the … Continue reading Simplified Mac® Management

G Suite™ Directory Review

With the recent introduction of Google® Cloud Identity, a G Suite™ Directory review may be in order. The various components of Google Cloud Identity management can be confusing. It’s also important to understand Google’s overall … Continue reading G Suite™ Directory Review

Virtual Mac® Management

Virtual Mac® Management solutions are becoming increasingly popular in IT organizations as administrators continue to struggle with mixed platform environments. The struggle comes from the fact that there are a large number of management solutions… Continue reading Virtual Mac® Management

IAM in the Cloud

Identity and access management (IAM) in the cloud is a new category of solution in the IT world. While seasoned IT veterans might argue that Identity-as-a-Service (IDaaS) has been around for years, we’re talking about a much more significant solu… Continue reading IAM in the Cloud

Securing Endpoint User Access

Securing endpoint user access is critical for modern IT organizations. Essentially, it refers to the ability to securely manage and connect users to their laptops, desktops, and other enterprise devices – including the ability to revoke access if… Continue reading Securing Endpoint User Access

The Future of macOS® Open Directory

With the recent announcements from Apple® surrounding macOS® Server, there is a legitimate question about the future of macOS Open Directory™ (OD). Apple has slowly been deprecating various components of macOS Server, and it would appea… Continue reading The Future of macOS® Open Directory