Workflow Manager Datasheet
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The document summarizes a software called Workflow Manager that standardizes and streamlines IT processes like application packaging and license management. It coordinates these processes across the entire application lifecycle to reduce costs and improve productivity. Workflow Manager provides centralized management of projects and resources, integrates with other software tools, and allows customization of workflows to fit an organization's needs.
Workflow Manager Datasheet
- 1. DATASHEET Control Application Packaging Workflow, Software License Management Workflow, and the Entire Enterprise Application Lifecycle When IT-wide processes such as preparing application for deployment, migrations, and license optimization are managed poorly, expensive errors can occur, resulting in costly delays, lost productivity, and overspending. Workflow Manager standardizes, coordinates, and streamlines the management of applications through the entire enterprise lifecycle, reducing costs and maximizing productivity. Workflow Manager® from Flexera Software® is a Web-based end-to-end IT process management solution that gives IT total control over the Application Readiness and Software License Optimization processes. Using Workflow Manager, organizations can follow standardized processes based on best practices that cut costs and make IT more efficient. Centrally Manage Projects, Applications, and IT Resources Whether managing a small team or multiple IT centers around the world, Workflow Manager makes it easy to monitor every aspect of application packaging, application virtualization, and software asset management. Workflow Manager shows the real-time status of every project, who is working on it, and any issues that arise, so you can take action to ensure service level agreements (SLAs) are met or exceeded. Integrated with AdminStudio for Better Package Management Workflow Manager is integrated with Flexera Software’s AdminStudio® , the premier software packaging and virtualization enablement solution. Workflows include AdminStudio tasks and progress is automatically reflected in the Workflow Manager dashboard. The combined solution shares the Application Catalog, so all package files and metadata generated by AdminStudio is captured along with application request and workflow information from Workflow Manager. This data is accessible anytime using Workflow Manager’s powerful reporting tools and can feed into your configuration management database (CMD) to simplify IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL), Microsoft Operations Framework (MOF), and Behavior-driven Development (BDD) implementations. Workflow Manager Reduce IT Costs Coordinate your Application Readiness and Software License Optimization teams to eliminate costly errors and reduce manual effort Maximize IT Productivity Real time updates increase data accuracy of procurement, receiving, and deployment of new software Follow Best Practices Standardized workflows and automate software asset management across your organization Accelerate Application Projects Software packages move through to deployment faster and exceed SLAs Keep In Synch Dynamic workflows update AdminStudio, FlexNet Manager Platform, CMDBs, and other ITSM systems “Workflow Manager provides us with a standardized way to manage the entire application preparation process. It…increases efficiency, and ultimately results in faster, more reliable deployments.” Conor Maguire Hewlett Packard Figure 1: Workflow Manager shows the real-time status of every project.
- 2. Integrated with FlexNet Manager® Suite for Enterprises Deliver workflow management for Software License Optimization processes out of the box. Workflow Manager uses the FlexNet Manager® Platform Compliance API web service to return software license compliance-related information, including lists of computers, end-users, and software licenses. Dynamic workflows update FlexNet Manager Platform, CMDBs, and other ITSM systems to keep each repository in synch and streamline the process. Streamline Management of the Enterprise Application Lifecycle Workflow Manager gives a company’s employees an easy way to submit application requests to IT personnel, who use Workflow Manager to assign those requests to the right resources with the most bandwidth. IT staff are shown the entire process in an easy-to-follow graphical workflow, so they know exactly which steps to perform and in which order. Workflows are easily customized to fit an organization’s unique project requirements. Integrated with IT Service Management solutions – Keep related IT groups informed and involved in the Application Readiness and Software License Optimization processes. Workflow Manager integrates with leading ITIL configuration management databases (CMDBs) and IT Service Management (ITSM) data sources, including ServiceNow, BMC Remedy® ITSM Suite, HP Service Anywhere, and HP Service Manager. Customize to Fit Your Organization’s Requirements Workflow templates are easily customized to meet the unique business processes and changing needs of your enterprise. From the application request details that application owners submit to IT, to the workflow process that packagers follow, to the management of licenses for compliance, Workflow Manager is continually updated to keep projects ahead of schedule and enforce best practices specific to your enterprise’s needs. • Robust Workflow Management – Requests are automatically routed to the correct contributor throughout the Application Readiness and Software License Optimization processes, ensuring the right people have the right information at the right time to significantly decrease the time to prepare applications and manage software assets. • Dynamic Workflow Templates – Out of the box workflow templates automate and enforce common Application Readiness and Software License Optimization processes. Save time and effort and ensure each step in the process is followed consistently. Create custom workflow templates tailored to your own unique processes with an easy to use, web-based interface. Figure 2: Application Readiness Workflow Templates automate the six-step process.
- 3. • Informative Dashboard Home Page – Find summary information about relevant work assignments, issues, reports, and links to company-specific data on the Workflow Manager home page. The dashboard information is tailored to each user, based on their permissions and displays at glance information about the projects they contribute to. ENHANCED Application Readiness Workflow Templates Automate the six steps Application Readiness process with new workflow templates designed to standardize and enforce best practices for Application Readiness for consistent delivery of applications. Maintain consistent and repeatable processes that ensure reliable applications and accelerates service delivery of physical, virtual, and mobile applications. NEW Multi-browser Support Workflow manager supports all leading browsers including; Firefox, Chrome, Safari, and Internet Explorer. Access the workflow dashboard, design templates, and manage projects using the browser of your choice. NEW Mobile Application Readiness Workflow Templates Add mobile applications to your Application Readiness process with a new workflow template designed to standardize and enforce application readiness best practices for consistent delivery of mobile applications from any leading Mobile Application Management solution, including VMware AirWatch and MobileIron. Figure 3: Mobile Application Readiness Workflow Templates.
- 4. Flexera Software LLC (Global Headquarters): +1 800-809-5659 United Kingdom (Europe, Middle East Headquarters): +44 870-871-1111 +44 870-873-6300 Australia (Asia, Pacific Headquarters): +61 3-9895-2000 Beijing, China: +86 10-6510-1566 For more office locations visit: www.flexerasoftware.com Copyright © 2014 Flexera Software LLC. All other brand and product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks and registered trademarks of their respective owners. WFM_DS_Oct14 About Flexera Software Flexera Software helps application producers and enterprises increase application usage and the value they derive from their software. Our next-generation software licensing, compliance and installation solutions are essential to ensure continuous licensing compliance, optimized software investments and to future-proof businesses against the risks and costs of constantly changing technology. Over 80,000 customers turn to Flexera Software as a trusted and neutral source for the knowledge and expertise we have gained as the marketplace leader for over 25 years and for the automation and intelligence designed into our products. For more information, please go to: www.flexerasoftware.com Next Step: Visit www.flexerasoftware.com/wfm to learn more, request an evaluation, or read case studies.