Unlocking the Power of sys_audit for Effective System Auditing
On January 16th, our Platform Fundamentals Academy offered the opportunity to explore the full potential of sys audit. From basic setup to advanced configurations, the session covered history views, the timeline feature for CMDB tables, restoring deleted records, and leveraging sys audit for analytics and reporting. Highlights included real-world use cases, interactive polls, and live demonstrations. This session equipped Platform Owners and Admins with the tools and insights to optimize their platform management using sys audit.
Unlocking the Power of Sys Audit:
In the latest session of the Platform Fundamentals Academy, hosted by Patty Montesino, we delved into the intricacies of sys audit and its practical applications. The session, led by Adam Stout, provided a thorough understanding of sys audit, from basic setup to advanced configurations and analytics.
Story Time and Polls
Adam shared a compelling story about a user, Lucy, who accidentally deleted an important record. Thanks to sys audit, the record was quickly restored, highlighting the importance and utility of sys audit in real-world scenarios. Participants were also polled on their experiences with sys audit.
Basics of Sys Audit
The session covered the basics of sys audit, explaining how to view history in both calendar and list formats. Adam also introduced the special timeline view for CMDB tables, which provides a detailed view of changes over time.
Deleted Records and Restoration
A significant portion of the session focused on restoring deleted records using sys audit delete. Adam demonstrated how to search for and restore deleted records, emphasizing the ease and efficiency of the process.
Advanced Setup and Configuration
Adam provided detailed instructions on enabling auditing, configuring roles, and managing sys audit tables. He stressed the importance of reviewing which tables and fields are audited to ensure compliance with organizational policies.
Analytics and Reporting
The session also explored the use of sys audit data in process mining and performance analytics. Adam explained how to leverage metrics and indicators to gain insights into system performance and user activities.
Q&A and Live Demonstration
The session concluded with a Q&A segment, where Adam answered participant questions and provided a live demonstration of restoring records using sys audit. This hands-on approach helped solidify the concepts discussed throughout the session.
Prior Platform Fundamentals Academy Sessions by Year
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