| Uncoordinated or incorrect configuration changes to network components can potentially lead to network outages and possibly compromises. Centrally managing configuration changes for the network device can ensure they are done at the correct time and, if necessary, in synchronization with each other which, can be vital for nodes that peer and require compatible configurations. Centralized configuration management also provides visibility and tracking of enterprise level activity, promoting a sound configuration management procedure, as well as an aid for troubleshooting network problems.
Centralized mechanisms for configuration management are not a function of network device management. |
