Another challenge facing IT department heads, if they decide to purchase a tool for managing IT system performance and quality (APM), is choosing the right tool. It should be optimal, i.e., tailored to the specifics of the given enterprise.
So what criteria should we consider when deciding to purchase?
The main criterion should be the licensing method. If the enterprise has many (50+) application servers, per-server licensing will be problematic. What if the number of servers increases to 75 in 12 months? Will we have to “buy additional licenses” again?
Application Performance Manager – Monitor Application Performance
Flopsar has the most flexible licensing model among all APM manufacturers. Perpetual and time-limited licenses are available. Per server, but also per application, or per enterprise without server limits.
Software Features That Distinguish It from the Competition:
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Easy full configuration capability (without costly training)
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Load (typically should be a maximum of 2%)
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Central configuration registry (no configuration files at agents, reducing administrator involvement in maintaining the tool)
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Reporting of every transaction (by transaction we mean every operation that the application server performs – to find every problem, even for a single user)
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Reporting of every exception
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Linear database scalability – no performance problems related to infrastructure with a large number of agents and no need to install commercial databases (e.g., Oracle)
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Minimal learning curve. In case an employee responsible for monitoring leaves – no problem with onboarding a successor.
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Low tool maintenance cost (people + infrastructure)
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DevOps support – the tool must be understandable for developers/testers/administrators/managers
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Strong manufacturer support
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Why this matters for organizations
Learn how to choose an APM class system with Flopsar. Discover key features and selection criteria for an application performance monitoring tool that will help ensure the reliability and efficiency of your IT systems. In the context of growing cyber threats and tightening regulations (NIS2, DORA), organizations must proactively manage this security area. Failure to implement adequate safeguards can lead to data breaches, financial penalties, and reputational damage.
Best practices for implementation
Effective implementation requires several key steps:
- Risk assessment and inventory — identify assets, threats, and vulnerabilities specific to your organization.
- Policy development — document requirements, roles, and responsibilities.
- Technical controls — deploy tools and configurations proportionate to identified risks.
- Training and awareness — engage employees in protecting organizational security.
- Monitoring and continuous improvement — regularly verify effectiveness and adapt to the evolving threat landscape.
