No, it isn't just a database. The CMIS or
Capacity Management Information System is called a system for a reason. The
CMIS is vital to the Capacity Management process as it is the cornerstone of
the process. Yes it is a central source
of capacity and performance data, but it is not exclusively confined to a
single database. In fact it could be a
set of logical databases that can be brought together as a system.
A database containing component metric information, one
containing SLA, Response Times and Transactional information such as an APM
database and another with business forecast and financial information.
The CMIS should be a central source of all capacity data
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Component
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Service
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Business
Tools are available that specialize in bringing this
information together to be able to report and forecast on a combination of data
sources, one that specifically comes to mind is Microsoft’s Excel. The problem with Excel, is the lack of
automation and the amount of effort required to setup, configure and maintain
multiple spreadsheets with data from multiple sources and any custom macros in
place.
This is why most Capacity Management tool providers
purport to provide a CMIS within their product.
However, the CMIS must be able to integrate and report/forecast data
from all sub-process levels to truly be called a CMIS. In reality, this is more difficult to do, but
is achievable if the right tools and process are put into place.
athene®
features a single logical database (Capacity Management Information Store –
CMIS) where all performance and capacity metrics are stored. The single CMIS can consist of multiple
physical databases giving you flexibility of implementation, security and management.
On Friday I'll go in to more detail about what a CMIS contains.
In the meantime don't forget to register for the next webinar in my Capacity Management Maturity series Repeatable to Defined on June 21
Jamie Baker
Principal Consultant
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