Artificial Intelligence for IT Operations – AIOPS
We collect metrics, events, logs and traces (MELT) to attain observability. When we get an event, we assign it to rightful owner, who in turn take a decision to resolve…
Web defacement attack – Symptoms & Remediation
Website defacement changes website content by hackers. Monitor 10 signs like DNS change, suspicious links, and new iframes. Take down the site, change passwords, investigate the attack, and restore from backup. Fix security weaknesses and improve practices to prevent future attacks. Remember regular backups and patching!
DBS takes accountability of its IT resilience
Mr. Gupta, CEO of DBS Bank, acknowledged the bank's recent technological failings and its $25 million expenditure toward a $80 million goal for tech improvements. Following service outages that disrupted customer transactions, the bank faced regulatory sanctions, including a ban on non-essential IT changes and higher capital requirements. Senior executives took pay cuts, including a 30% salary reduction for Gupta, as a part of accountability measures. The events underscore the need for robust site reliability practices in Singapore's advanced digital payment landscape.
What is MELT? Why is it Essential for Observability?
MELT, an acronym for Metrics, Events, Logs, and Traces, is a framework essential in SRE for comprehensive system performance monitoring. It facilitates observability by providing data on system health, recording events, offering detailed logs, and tracing complex transactions. Through MELT, businesses can proactively manage their systems and enhance user experiences.
Do companies exist without an SRE team?
A structured SRE practice is the way to achieve the Site Reliability, even if the organizations do not have dedicated SRE team.