Based on Nagios

Nagios combined with op5 provides long term predictability and key internal resource leverage

There are a number of reasons why a company or organization chooses to move to an open source solution. In some cases a Nagios system installed on a trial basis has quickly grown to a “must have” program. This adds commercial attributes to the initial trial system and this is where op5 Monitor can really shine.

Why should I add op5 solutions to my existing Nagios installation?

1. We can provide professional support
2. It installs in less then 10 minutes
3. You can change management and web based configuration on all Nagios attributes
4. It gives you smart reports with automatic scheduling and email distribution
5. Automatic updates assuring latest stable releases for entire system
6. Flexible subscription based licensing lets you "pay as you grow"

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Can you give me three good reasons?

Moving from a test situation to a production system requires several steps to ensure long term application success. Below are listed some main reasons we feel you should add op5 Monitor.

Ease of use – Testing with Nagios usually requires skilled IT technicians. The entire IT staff, the help desk etc. need to fully master the system and the changes and need to understand the data that is output. You need to be sure that an adequate number of people need to be able to run the system in case of sick leave or other absence.

Security – A fully functional Nagios install includes a large number of various open source projects and libraries. Keeping track of, and ensuring that all of these programs are secure, up to date and fully documented is sometimes forgotten.

Support – Perhaps the most important reason is our outstanding support and automated upgrades to the system. This includes e-mail, telephone and online support services. You can view our manuals at op5 support.

Are there any other advantages?

Open source is free in the strictest sense of the word, but labor and time spent in development is not. Developing any IT system has a much higher cost than any license fee you may pay. Some of the many advantages to adding op5 Monitor to and existing Nagios installation include:

1. Maintain all of the advantages of open source - while minimizing internal expenses
2. Optimize limited IT resources - Adding op5 immediately frees up you current Nagios experts.
3. Predictability and planning – Advanced knowledge of future releases greatly assists your ability to wisely plan resources for your future IT budget.
   
   

Why should my company use op5 solutions?

Open source can provide some new challenges for your IT department. Many solutions use a wide array of different open source programs and libraries. The ultimate value of open source solutions is the ability to make business critical changes when required. A network monitoring system needs to monitor system changes and generate usable information. This means continuous quality assurance and updates.

Solutions like op5 Monitor and op5 Statistics saves you valuable IT resources and deliver proven, 100% tested and fully optimized functionality. All of the soft services you need for a successful, long-term implementation are included as well as outstanding support. Our customers have high demands and we take open source solutions to a whole new level.

Contact us for an online demo

We can arrange an online demo that will guide you through our system and the various functions. Find out how easy powerful, cost effective system monitoring can really be. Fill in the form and we will contact you promptly. Or if you prefer, download a free demo version and try it yourself.