SnaPatch vs. ManageEngine Endpoint Central

Engage with your SCCM environment to explore collections and servers, along with comprehensive details such as their make, model, operating system, and serial numbers. Within each collection, you can assess the compliance status for individual servers and obtain in-depth insights, including the number of missing updates and their specific reasons, categorized into types like security, critical, or service packs. To mitigate the risks associated with patching your virtual Windows infrastructure, you can automate the process of taking snapshots before applying any updates, ensuring that only servers with successful snapshots are considered for patch deployment. In cases where a snapshot fails, those servers will not receive any updates, thus protecting your system integrity. You have the flexibility to set the duration for how long snapshots are retained, along with automated deletion schedules, and you will receive reminder emails before the deletions occur. Additionally, there is the option to exclude certain servers from the automatic snapshot deletion policy, ensuring you stay well-informed at all times about the status of your systems and the patching process. This proactive management approach enhances your operational efficiency and security posture.

ManageEngine's Endpoint Central, which was previously known as Desktop Central, serves as a comprehensive Unified Endpoint Management Solution that oversees enterprise mobility management. This solution encompasses all aspects of mobile app and device management, in addition to client management for various endpoints, including mobile devices, laptops, tablets, servers, and other computing machines. With ManageEngine Endpoint Central, users can streamline and automate numerous desktop management activities, such as software installation, patching, IT asset management, imaging, and operating system deployment, thereby enhancing operational efficiency across the organization. This tool is particularly beneficial for IT departments looking to maintain control over their diverse technology environments.