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Current trends and topics in IT Infrastructure Management for Data Centers, Enterprise IT and Telco – that is what you will find here. Our subject matter experts provide you with key insights, trends and news to keep you updated.

Customer Success Story Schweizerische Bundesbahnen (SBB): How the Swiss Rail Company Improved the Management of its Telecommunications Network and Cable Infrastructure

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Schweizerische Bundesbahnen AG (SBB) improved its telecommunications infrastructure with the FNT Command Platform, which integrates cable management into its Operations Support System (OSS).

A Future-Proof Data Center Requires a Future-Proof DCIM Tool

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Data centers are crucial for business operations, making optimization vital for competitiveness. A modern data center infrastructure management (DCIM) tool, like FNT Command, centralizes IT data and enhances automation.

Server racks without network connection and other unbelievable cases from the real world – worst practices in IT infrastructure management

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Ever heard of server racks with no network connection or critical assets left untracked? Real-life IT infrastructure missteps like these can bring operations to a grinding halt. Discover some of the worst practices in IT management and learn how to avoid them in our latest blog post!

Configuration Instead of Customizing

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Eric von Tschammer from FNT explains that the configurability of FNT Command enables companies to adapt the software to their needs without any programming knowledge. Future developments, such as dynamic templates and improved usability, should further increase the customization options and user-friendliness.

Customer Success Story ZEISS: Seamless IT documentation as basis for fault-free IT and business processes

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Carl Zeiss AG uses the FNT Command Platform for comprehensive documentation of its IT infrastructure. This cloud-based software improves fault identification and rectification and facilitates the planning of new locations.

How Utility Telecoms Can Build a Reliable Asset Database: Part 3

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A centralized asset register optimizes efficiency in telecom operations by clearly showing the relationships between assets and services. Integrating these registers into operational systems improves planning and automation, leading to more effective management and a proactive maintenance strategy.

Written interview Branimir Madzarevic: “I am delighted to have such a talented, creative and professional team”

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Branimir Madzarevic, new CTO at FNT, wants to make the FNT Command Platform fit for the future through greater configurability, modularity and hybrid IT compatibility. He relies on agile teamwork and has a passion for speed in his private life.

Industry Expertise: How to Accelerate Fiber-Optic Network Expansions Through Geospatial Intelligence

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The expansion of fiber optic networks is crucial for faster internet connections and higher bandwidths. A unified data solution with geo-referenced information enables transparent analysis and visualization of infrastructure, which supports efficient planning and better decisions throughout the process.

How Utility Telecoms Can Build a Reliable Asset Database: Part 2

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A digital twin offers a real-time virtual representation of infrastructure, ensuring immediate updates with any changes. This approach allows for simulating and optimizing modifications before implementation, enhancing error detection and operational efficiency through a unified asset register.

How Utility Telecoms Can Build a Reliable Asset Database: Part 1

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Utilities must navigate a complex landscape of diverse technologies and telecommunications infrastructure. This blog series explores how a unified asset management solution can streamline operations, enhance error resolution, and improve resource understanding across various departments.

FNT Software Efficiently Manages Hybrid Infrastructures: A Look Inside DataVita and Colt DCS’ Success Stories

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FNT offers integrated management solutions for telecommunications and IT infrastructures, supporting over 500 organizations like DataVita and Colt Data Centre Services in enhancing planning and operational efficiency. Their vendor-agnostic data model enables streamlined documentation and improved service delivery.

Industry Expertise: Unified Resource Management for 5G Network Deployments

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Mobile network operators need a comprehensive view of their assets to effectively plan and deploy new 5G services. This article highlights the critical role of unified resource management in achieving a holistic understanding of network resources, enabling efficient operations across the complex hybrid network infrastructure.

Written interview Carsten Wreth: “When it comes to important decisions, we are simply faster”

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Carsten Wreth took over the management of FNT at the beginning of 2022 and has been driving agile processes and international expansion ever since. Wreth focuses on modular SaaS solutions, hybrid DCIM offerings and sees great potential in fiber optic network documentation as well as in the areas of IoT and 5G.

Why a CMDB is indispensable for efficient IT infrastructure management

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The Configuration Management Database (CMDB) records all relevant data on configuration items (CIs) and helps companies to manage their digital infrastructure efficiently. Modern CMDBs offer extensive visualization and automation functions that reduce administration effort and increase economic added value.

Industry Expertise: How Utilities Can Build a Reliable Asset Database

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To manage operations effectively, utilities must establish a comprehensive understanding of their asset base, including attributes and interrelationships. This article outlines the steps to build a reliable asset database and emphasizes the importance of continuous updates and synchronization through digital twins to ensure accurate representation of the physical infrastructure.

How Communication Service Providers Can Meet Changing Requirements through Unified Resource Management

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Communication service providers must navigate the complexities of hybrid infrastructures to meet the demands of 5G, IoT, and gigabit connectivity. This article outlines the critical need for a unified resource management solution to enhance visibility, data quality, and operational efficiency across the diverse network landscape.


Justin Menoche
FNT Software Americas
Contact: Justin Menoche

Leo Koh
FNT Software APAC
Contact: Leo Koh

Claudio David
FNT Software Europe
Contact: Claudio David