Market Guide for Digital Platform Conductor Tools

This document is a Market Guide that outlines the necessity for digital platform conductor (DPC) tools in managing diverse IT infrastructures. It describes how infrastructure and operations (I&O) leaders can leverage these tools to enhance the business value derived from infrastructure investments. The guide highlights key findings, noting that I&O leaders are increasingly tasked with managing hybrid digital infrastructures that span multiple environments, including on-premises and cloud systems. It details the challenges posed by the blurring boundaries between various IT operations management tooling segments and emphasizes the importance of coordination among systems to achieve effective IT service delivery. The document also provides recommendations for I&O leaders on selecting and implementing DPC tools, focusing on addressing current business challenges, ensuring complementary IT management functionalities, and maintaining flexibility in tool implementations. Overall, the guide serves as a resource for I&O leaders to navigate the complexities of modern IT infrastructure management.