Challenges
- Inconsistent 3rd party patching using the existing Microsoft WSUS & SCCM solutions.
- Used time-consuming, manual patching and in-house processes prior to purchasing SolarWinds Patch Manager.
Use Case
- Patch Manager helps manage:
- 251-1,000 workstations (incl. notebooks), and
- servers: < 50
- Rolls out 5 – 20 patches per month with Patch Manager.
- Purchased SolarWinds Patch Manager because of being an existing SolarWinds customer.
Results
- Patch Manager helps the international airport:
- Test and deploy patches without affecting business/IT productivity
- Define and execute patch strategies for different user groups or computer groups
- Easily control how disruptive the patch process needs to be (e.g. control reboots, system restore, etc)
- Do on-demand patching and creation of custom patches and packages
- Quickly generate reports on patched and unpatched systems and software
- Patch Manager helps save 26-40 hours of patch workload each month.
