IT infrastructure analysis is a comprehensive study of processes and assessment of all information technology environment components of an organization with determination of current state, identification of problem areas and development strategy optimization. IT infrastructure analysis includes study of hardware, software, network solutions, security systems and IT resource management processes.
Hardware research includes detailed study of server equipment, network activity, data storage systems, telecommunications equipment and peripheral devices. Software analysis evaluates operating systems, application software, databases, virtualization systems and cloud services used in the organization.
Methodology of Conducting
Analysis begins with inventorying all IT assets and creating detailed maps of relative significance. Then system performance is evaluated, resource loading is analyzed, data flows are investigated and interconnections between various components are studied. Specialists use automated tools and audit means for collecting objective data during management system functioning.
During analysis, system availability and reliability indicators, work scalability, performance level and application responsiveness are investigated. Special attention is paid to system compliance with business requirements, resource utilization efficiency, component compatibility and future organizational growth support.
Important analysis is assessment of total IT infrastructure ownership cost, including acquisition, equipment, support and system maintenance expenses. Possibilities for cost optimization through server consolidation, virtualization implementation, transition to cloud solutions or licensing policy changes are investigated.
Development Planning
Based on analysis results, a strategic IT infrastructure modernization plan is formed with priority determination, change stages and necessary budget. The plan includes recommendations for technological updating, optimization, management process provision and security level enhancement.