Challenges
- Inconsistent 3rd party patching using the existing Microsoft WSUS & SCCM solutions.
- Used time-consuming manual, in-house patch processes and Microsoft WSUS/SCCM prior to SolarWinds Patch Manager.
Use Case
- Manages with Patch Manager:
- servers: 50-250
- workstations (incl. notebooks): 1,001-5,000
- Pushes out > 50 patches per month with Patch Manager.
- Decided to purchase SolarWinds Patch Manager because of its features.
Results
- Patch Manager helps the healthcare company to:
- Test and deploy patches without affecting business/IT productivity
- Define and execute patch strategies for different user groups or computer groups
- Adapt to changes rapidly for both physical and virtual environments
- 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 11-25 hours of patch workload each month.
