HCL BigFix

HCL BigFix is a tool that helps manage different types of devices, like computers and servers, in various environments such as virtual, cloud, and on-premise settings. It works with nearly 100 operating systems, making it great for handling different IT setups.

Key Features

HCL BigFix has some standout features:

• Relevance Language: This tool helps administrators quickly gather real-time information about the hardware and software of networked devices. It is faster than other options.

• ActionScript: This scripting language lets administrators write scripts once and use them across all platforms, making management easier.

• Platform Components: The main platform can be expanded with extra components like Lifecycle Management, Security and Compliance, Software Asset Management, and Server Automation.

Benefits

HCL BigFix offers several benefits:

• Cost Optimization: It helps organizations save money by finding unused or underutilized software licenses.

• Software License Compliance: It ensures organizations follow software license agreements, avoiding legal issues.

• Risk Management: It reduces security risks by preventing unauthorized software.

• Operational Efficiency: It improves IT processes, boosting productivity.

• Asset Lifecycle Management: It makes sure each software asset is fully used and securely disposed of when no longer needed.

Use Cases

HCL BigFix is used in different situations:

• Workspace+: It simplifies operations, strengthens cybersecurity, and improves the digital employee experience.

• Enterprise+: It finds and fixes vulnerabilities in real time, ensuring continuous compliance.

• Lifecycle: It manages devices running nearly 100 different OS versions, providing advanced vulnerability reporting.

• Compliance: It ensures configuration compliance with industry-standard security benchmarks.

• Inventory: It keeps software audit readiness, reduces security risks, and helps understand software usage.

Funding

In 2018, HCL Technologies bought BigFix as part of a $1.8 billion purchase of select IBM software products.