In other words, there's nothing wrong with the frameworks, but companies buying and using them have to handle the implementation correctly and must be prepared for corporate changes in order to make the software pay off. If we add disciplined project management, process change and organizational remodeling, ESM can help keep the networks humming, the software up to date and the security sound. In Before implementing a framework, CIOs must define which specific management functions the project will address. Software modules that plug into the central repository and make use of its information handle various management functions. ESM suites offer a long list of potential modules and functions, but not every piece is necessary for every company.
Veterans universally recommend breaking the implementation process into phases.
Done correctly, ESM rollouts require a lot of time-a year or more is quite appropriate. PrimeCo Personal Communications LP, a PCS-wireless communications network provider based in Westlake, Texas, is going about its implementation the right way. The first phase of the implementation included the security configuration and software distribution management modules, according to Vice President for IT and CIO Jim Myckleby. Any further functionality will happen in a third phase. Expect to Integrate Even though ESM suites cover a lot of ground, they do not cover all the ground.