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EU AI Regulation: Regulation with foresight – What companies need to know now
With the AI Act, the EU has adopted the world's first comprehensive AI regulation for the regulation of AI according to a risk-based approach.
becon GmbH is new consulting partner of KIX Service Software
becon GmbH is pleased to announce the official partnership with KIX. As a KIX Consulting Partner, we now offer companies comprehensive support for all aspects of KIX Service Software.
CMDB and ITIL: Best practices for successful IT service management
Effective IT service management (ITSM) is essential for the success of companies. The Configuration Management Database (CMDB) and the ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) framework play a central role in this. These two elements help companies to manage their IT services efficiently, improve service quality and optimize operating costs.
becon GmbH becomes Wazuh Gold Partner and expands its security portfolio
becon GmbH is pleased to announce the official partnership with Wazuh.
Strengthen IT security with Wazuh – Threat Intelligence
It is not enough to simply react to attacks. Companies need to act proactively to detect and defend against potential threats at an early stage. We take a look at how Wazuh helps to understand, analyze and successfully combat threats with its threat intelligence functions.
Generation Z in the world of work: expectations and challenges
The entry of new generations into working life brings with it fresh ideas, but also challenges. Generation Z often struggles with the reputation of being lazy, selfish and less committed to the world of work. However, as “digital natives”, they are also the first generation to have grown up with digitalization from the very beginning, who place high demands on their working conditions and expect a high degree of flexibility, modern technologies and an authentic corporate culture from their employers.
Strengthen IT security with Wazuh – Endpoint Security
Cyberattacks are becoming increasingly complex, so it is crucial for companies to comprehensively secure their IT infrastructure. Wazuh, a powerful open source security tool, offers a wide range of functions to help companies monitor their systems and detect threats at an early stage.
The ESG Act: What companies need to know and do
The ESG Act obliges companies to be transparent and accountable with regard to their environmental and social practices. We summarize the most important points of the ESG Act and what companies should do now in this article.
OpenCelium | Minor Release 4.2 now available
We are pleased to present the new minor release 4.2 of OpenCelium, which is now available for download! The update brings a number of new features, such as LDAP integration, new security functions and some bug fixes.
Flexibility and expertise: the advantages of IT freelancers for companies
Companies are faced with the challenge of reacting ever faster to changes and integrating new technologies while maintaining cost efficiency and flexibility. IT freelancers offer valuable support here, as they are available at short notice and have specialist knowledge.
The paperless office: advantages and implementation in the modern working world
Eliminating physical documents and using digital alternatives offers numerous advantages, but successful implementation requires careful planning and strategy. How to make the switch to a paperless office.
What is important when developing an intuitive front end
An intuitive and user-friendly front end is the key to a successful application. The front end, i.e. the user interface, is the first thing users see and experience when they interact with a digital solution. But what needs to be considered?
Optimize security management: Automated API monitoring of your ISMS
While an ISMS tool ensures that security guidelines are established and adhered to, an API gateway guarantees secure data traffic between different systems. The combination of both technologies offers significant added value, particularly in the automation of security processes and central monitoring.
Update ISMS 1.6 | New major release available
In the new version 1.6 of the ISMS add-on, functions for implementing the NIS2.0 directive and NIS2UmsuCG have been added. All details can be found in the changelog.
What should I bear in mind when changing the hardware on Linux systems?
Changing hardware on a Linux system can be associated with some challenges, as Linux relies heavily on support from the kernel and suitable drivers. In this article, we provide an overview of the most important aspects to consider when changing hardware.
API management with OpenCelium: seamlessly connecting KIX and i-doit
In our latest YouTube tutorial, we show step by step how the KIX service management tool can be seamlessly connected to the i-doit CMDB. This is made possible by the KIX connector from OpenCelium.
NIS2: Challenges and solutions for industries with critical infrastructures
The NIS2 Directive comes into force in October 2024 and tightens cybersecurity requirements for a large number of industries across Europe. Its aim is to better protect critical infrastructure and digital services from cyberattacks.
API management: definition, benefits and importance for your company
We often talk about API management, but what does this term actually mean, what are the main tasks in API management and why is it so crucial for companies?
The key to efficient IT management: focus on CMDB and CMS
The CMDB and the CMS are two essential concepts for the management of IT resources. In the following, we would like to take a closer look at what exactly these terms mean, what information belongs in a CMDB and what advantages result from its implementation.
Strategic partnership between OpenCelium and KIX
OpenCelium GmbH is pleased to announce its official partnership with KIX Kixdesk. This strategic collaboration aims to leverage synergies and provide customers of both companies with enhanced solutions for data exchange and IT process automation.
DATAGERRY | RELEASE 2.2.0
We are happy to announce the new version 2.2.0 of DATAGERRY! With the new "Multi Data Sections" function and some bug fixes.
Update ISMS 1.5.6 | New minor release available
In the new version 1.5.6 of the ISMS add-on, the changes in i-doit 29 have mainly updated internal functions of the ISMS add-on. The new features include the display of the risk class during the risk assessment.
ITSM and ITIL as automation strategies
In a world characterized by constant technological development and digital transformation, IT Service Management (ITSM) and IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL) play a crucial role in the design and optimization of business processes. In this article, we take a look at the basics of ITSM and ITIL, particularly in the context of automation and digitalization.
Update VIVA2 3.2.4 | New minor release available
In the new version 3.2.3 of the VIVA2 add-on, the main focus was placed on improving the export functionalities of the protection requirement inheritance. Furthermore, the visual appearance has been adapted to the new layout of i-doit and an incompatibility of the installation routine with current i-doit versions has been rectified.
Usecase: OpenCelium connects – Jira and ServiceNow
ServiceNow Service Portal and Jira Service Management are well-known and widely used tools for service management in general and service request and incident management in particular. With its available connectors for ServiceNow and Jira, OpenCelium offers an easy way to exchange data between the two tools.
Decision support in IT management: Interview with the experts from DATAGERRY
Which CMDB tool is right for your company? We spoke to the experts behind DATAGERRY. Jakob Semere, Head of Applications at becon GmbH, and Kai Schubert-Altmann, Senior Consultant and Web Application Manager at becon GmbH, share their experiences with CMDB & Asset Management.
Maximum security and efficiency: ISMS and compliance with i-doit
Compliance and information security standards are critical tasks for organizations of all sizes. We take a look at two key concepts that help companies overcome these challenges: A powerful information security management system (ISMS) and a clear compliance tool that helps meet IT policies and standards as straightforwardly and clearly as possible.
Usecase: OpenCelium connects – Jira and Trello
Jira and Trello are widely used tools for project management and task management. With its available connectors for Jira and Trello, OpenCelium offers an easy way to exchange data between the two tools. This results in a number of advantages.
DATAGERRY | RELEASE 2.1.0
We are pleased to announce the new version 2.1.0 of DATAGERRY! With the new “Section Templates” feature and several bug fixes.
Press release: Connectors now open source, new subscription model, OpenCelium GmbH founded
becon GmbH announces that all OpenCelium connectors, including the previously paid ones, are now available as open source.
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