AppDynamics Simplifies Performance Monitoring Infrastructure with New Mounting Plate Solution

SAN FRANCISCO, CA – October 26, 2023 – AppDynamics, part of Cisco, a leading provider of application performance monitoring (APM) solutions, today announced a simple yet crucial addition to its infrastructure offerings – a new, robust mounting plate and screw kit designed to streamline the deployment and maintenance of its monitoring agents and hardware sensors. This seemingly small component addresses a key pain point for IT teams – ensuring secure and stable physical installation of critical performance monitoring equipment. For years, AppDynamics has been helping businesses like yours understand exactly what’s happening with your apps and infrastructure. We’re talking beyond just “up or down” – we get into the nitty-gritty details of why things are slow, what’s causing errors, and how to make everything run smoother. We do this with software, sure, but that software needs to be connected to your servers, your databases, everything. And sometimes, getting that connection physically stable can be a surprisingly big hassle. “We were hearing from our customers – folks managing everything from small e-commerce sites to massive global banking systems – that spending time figuring out how to securely mount our agents and sensors wasn't the best use of their time,” says David Abernathy, Senior Director of Product Management at AppDynamics. “They’re experts in application performance, not necessarily in hardware installation. We wanted to take that headache away.” The Problem with Patchwork Solutions Before this new offering, IT teams were often relying on a mishmash of whatever mounting hardware they had lying around. Zip ties, duct tape (yes, we heard that!), even makeshift brackets were common sights in server rooms. While resourceful, these solutions were often unreliable, prone to failure, and frankly, looked a bit… unprofessional. “We saw situations where vibrations would loosen makeshift mounts, causing agents to disconnect, leading to monitoring gaps. Or, teams were spending valuable time drilling holes in server racks when they should be focusing on proactively identifying and resolving performance issues,” explains Sarah Chen, a Solutions Architect at AppDynamics. "Every minute spent on hardware fiddling is a minute not spent improving user experience." Introducing the AppDynamics Mounting Plate: Stability & Simplicity The AppDynamics mounting plate is designed to solve these problems. It’s a universal mounting solution compatible with a wide range of AppDynamics agents and sensors, including those used for application discovery, transaction tracing, and infrastructure monitoring. Here's what makes it stand out: Universal Compatibility: The plate's design accommodates various agent and sensor sizes and mounting configurations. One plate handles most of what you’ll throw at it. Rugged Construction: Built from high-quality, durable materials, the mounting plate is designed to withstand vibrations, temperature fluctuations, and the general wear and tear of a data center environment. We’re talking serious stability. Easy Installation: The kit includes all necessary screws and anchors for quick and secure installation. No special tools or expertise required. We've even included clear, step-by-step instructions – because who wants to read a novel just to mount a sensor? Professional Look: The sleek, black finish of the mounting plate provides a clean and professional appearance in any server room. Okay, it does make your server room look a little nicer. Reduced Downtime: By ensuring secure and stable installation, the mounting plate helps minimize the risk of agent disconnections and monitoring gaps, ultimately reducing downtime and improving overall application performance. Beyond the Plate: AppDynamics Commitment to Customer Experience The mounting plate might seem like a small detail, but it’s a testament to AppDynamics’ overall commitment to customer experience. We’re not just about powerful software; we’re about making it easy to use and deploy. “We listen to our customers,” says Abernathy. “They told us this was a pain point, and we responded. We want them to spend their time focusing on what they do best – building and running great applications – not wrestling with hardware.” Availability The AppDynamics mounting plate and screw kit is available now as an add-on accessory. Contact your AppDynamics account representative for pricing and availability. It’s a small investment that can make a big difference in the reliability and efficiency of your application performance monitoring infrastructure. About AppDynamics AppDynamics, part of Cisco, is a leading application performance monitoring (APM) solution that uses artificial intelligence to automatically analyze application performance, understand user experience, and accelerate innovation. AppDynamics helps businesses like yours ensure your applications are running at their best, every single time. We're helping companies across industries – from retail and finance to healthcare and gaming – deliver exceptional digital experiences. Learn more at [website address – placeholder]. Contact: [Public Relations Contact Information – Placeholder]