The Ultimate Guide to IT Automation

2026 · Indian Edition

IT Automation is transforming the way businesses and IT operations function by automating routine tasks, optimizing workflows, and enhancing productivity across various sectors. From cloud observability and cost optimization platforms like ManageEngine’s CloudSpend for Microsoft Azure to AI-powered customer service suites from Freshworks, automation is increasingly integral to modern IT environments.

Readers will find insights into how automation influences diverse areas such as network management, data center operations, workforce management, cybersecurity, and cloud migrations. Stories highlight trends like robotic process automation (RPA), machine learning integration, and intelligent workflows that help organizations reduce costs and improve operational efficiency.

Discover how automation addresses challenges such as managing complex hybrid cloud infrastructures, improving security response times, and driving digital transformation strategies. Whether managing IT service desks, streamlining financial processes, or adopting AI-assisted DevOps, these narratives showcase the evolving landscape of IT Automation and its practical benefits.

Explore topics including emerging automation tools, partnerships between technology vendors, and case studies that illustrate real-world applications shaping the future of IT operations. This tag offers valuable knowledge for IT professionals, business leaders, and anyone interested in how automation technologies can drive innovation and competitiveness in today’s fast-paced digital world.

Indian IT Automation news
Analyst Insights
Tanium named in Everest Group Cybersecurity Top 50
Gartner · IT Automation · Endpoint Protection
Last week
Appspace named Gartner leader in workplace experience
Gartner · IT Automation · SaaS
Last week
Maisa named as one of Gartner's global Set Diamonds
Gartner · IT Automation · Manufacturing
This month
Codenotary launches AgentX for Linux security automation
Gartner · IT Automation · Virtualisation
Last month
DigiCert posts record ARR after Valimail acquisition
IDC MarketScape · IT Automation · SaaS
Last month
Expert columns
How Observability Serves as the Control Layer for AI Growth
By Rob Newell of New Relic
Last month
AI proof over hype: In a market obsessed with scaling AI, smart organisations are obsessed with proof
By Slavena Hristova of ABBYY
Last month
HPE complete care service: Refocused for your AI advantage
By Mark Bakker of HPE Operations
Last month
Agentic AI and the question of equitable intelligence
By Marlene Wolfgruber of ABBYY
Last month
Securing the future: Simplified management, Scalable growth, and built-in compliance for K-12
By Asif Mujtaba of SonicWall
Mon, 23rd Feb 2026
How AI-powered log management unlocks observability
By Rafi Katanasho of Dynatrace
Fri, 23rd Jan 2026
Why auto update is the most underrated security feature on your firewall
By Asif Mujtaba of SonicWall
Mon, 12th Jan 2026
From 3am deployments to AI-native HR: building intelligent, human-centred systems
By Ramesh Thiagalingam of ELMO Software
Thu, 18th Dec 2025
Interviews
Exclusive: Celonis global banking head says AI rollout hinges on process intelligence
Discussing Productivity
5 days ago
Exclusive: Dell's Satish Iyer on AI innovation, startup partnerships and what comes next
Discussing Data Protection
Tue, 27th May 2025
Exclusive: How Dell's infrastructure promises simplified data centres
Discussing Data Protection
Tue, 27th May 2025
Recent news
CIQ launches Linux compliance platform ahead of deadlines
About Public Sector
Today
Equinix launches Fabric Intelligence for AI networks
About Unified Communications
Yesterday
VQ adds advanced conferencing controls in version 4.8
About Cloud Services
2 days ago
Splashtop launches unified IT platform for endpoints
About Software Updates
3 days ago
AI shifts IT roles towards orchestration, SolarWinds says
About Trends & Predictions
3 days ago
StorMagic posts 36% growth as VMware rivals gain ground
About Virtualisation
3 days ago
Splashtop launches unified IT platform for endpoints
About Software Updates
4 days ago
N-able launches MCP server and N-zo AI for UEM ops
About IT service management
4 days ago
Commvault launches AI tools to secure enterprise data
About Cloud Services
4 days ago
Oracle adds Lucinity AI investigation tools for banks
About Outsourcing
5 days ago
MSPs face AI adoption hurdle over governance rules
About Cloud Services
Last week
Kyndryl launches AI Digital Twin for the workplace
About Cloud Services
Last week
Catalogic adds web NDMP management & encryption controls
About Storage
Last week
C3 AI launches C3 Code to speed enterprise AI apps
About Software engineering
Last week
Trintech adds AI tools to financial close workflows
About Software-as-a-Service
Last week
Job moves
Backblaze names Anuj Kumar as chief revenue officer
Move at VMware
4 days ago
Freshworks names Vahalia to lead global partner push
Move at Freshworks
Last week
Syspro names Leanne Taylor as Chief Executive Officer
Move at SYSPRO
This month
ActiveState names Abby Kearns as new Chief Executive
Move at Application Security
Last month
Omnissa adds Board Directors & new HR Chief for growth
Move at Cisco
Wed, 25th Feb 2026
StorMagic hires Scott Mann to drive global edge sales
Move at VMware
Wed, 11th Feb 2026
ControlUp adds product & alliances leaders to fuel growth
Move at Google
Thu, 5th Feb 2026
Sigma opens Sydney APJ hub & appoints Bede Hackney
Move at VMware
Wed, 4th Feb 2026
Recast names Jake Mosey chief product officer to boost Intune tools
Move at Microsoft
Thu, 8th Jan 2026
NetApp names Ranjit Kumar Singh India HR site leader
Move at VMware
Thu, 11th Dec 2025
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