Network Management Tools Resources
Articles, Glossary Terms, Discussions, and Reports to expand your knowledge on Network Management Tools
Resource pages are designed to give you a cross-section of information we have on specific categories. You'll find articles from our experts, feature definitions, discussions from users like you, and reports from industry data.
Network Management Tools Articles
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Network Management Tools Glossary Terms
Network Management Tools Discussions
I want to start a discussion with G2 experts on which network management software offers the best real-time monitoring. To frame the conversation, I’m particularly curious about why platforms like Auvik, PRTG Network Monitor, and SolarWinds Network Performance Monitor often rise to the top in this category.
Here’s a longer list of tools known for strong real-time monitoring:
- Auvik - Cloud-based, auto-discovery, live topology mapping, and continuous device performance insights.
- PRTG Network Monitor - Sensor-based monitoring with real-time bandwidth, device health, and application telemetry.
- SolarWinds Network Performance Monitor - Deep SNMP polling, dynamic alerts, and live network path analysis.
- ManageEngine OpManager - Real-time dashboards, anomaly detection, and customizable performance thresholds.
- WhatsUp Gold - Immediate fault detection, topology-aware alerts, and detailed availability tracking.
- Zabbix - Open-source, high-frequency metric collection with flexible visualization options.
Given your operational realities, which platform has delivered the most dependable real-time insights, and what monitoring capabilities matter most in your environment?
Many teams find dependable real-time insights come from tools balancing high-frequency polling, clear alerting, and intuitive dashboards across vendors. What mix of visibility, responsiveness, and automation has worked best in your environment?
Hey G2 Community! I’m looking to identify the best solution that integrates network management with ITSM tools, especially for teams aiming to break down silos between monitoring, ticketing, and remediation workflows. For reference, here’s the most relevant Network Management Tools category on G2:
Here are some platforms that stand out for strong network management + ITSM integration:
- SolarWinds NPM – Best for ITSM workflow automation
Offers deep device monitoring with smooth Service Desk integrations for ticket creation and routing.
- ManageEngine OpManager – Best for unified NMS + ITSM operations
Natively connects with ServiceDesk Plus for incident, problem, and change processes.
- Auvik – Best for MSPs needing ITSM-connected visibility
Cloud-based monitoring with integrations into tools like ServiceNow, Autotask, and ConnectWise.
- LogicMonitor – Best for enterprise-scale ITOM/ITSM alignment
Strong observability and out-of-the-box ServiceNow CMDB + incident integration.
- Paessler PRTG – Best for flexible ITSM-ready deployments
Broad protocol coverage and API-based hooks for ticketing systems.
Has anyone here used these platforms in environments where NMS and ITSM must work hand-in-hand?
In many environments, the strongest results come from platforms that sync alerts, CMDB data, and tickets seamlessly across NMS and ITSM. What integrations or workflow automations have made the biggest impact for you?











