AWS Systems Manager
A service that helps automate management tasks across AWS resources.
Description
AWS Systems Manager is a management service that enables users to automate and manage their AWS resources at scale. It provides a unified interface for configuring and monitoring AWS resources, allowing administrators to manage their cloud infrastructure efficiently. With Systems Manager, users can perform tasks such as deploying patches, managing configurations, automating operational tasks, and gaining visibility into their cloud environment. The service includes features like Run Command for executing scripts on EC2 instances, Parameter Store for managing configuration data, and Systems Manager Inventory for tracking resource configurations. By centralizing management in one place, AWS Systems Manager enhances operational efficiency, reduces manual errors, and improves compliance across environments. It is especially beneficial for organizations managing large-scale operations or hybrid environments with on-premises and cloud-based resources.
Examples
- Using Run Command to automate the deployment of security patches across multiple EC2 instances in a fleet.
- Leveraging Parameter Store to securely store and manage application configuration data such as database connection strings.
Additional Information
- Integrates with other AWS services like CloudTrail for auditing changes and AWS Config for compliance monitoring.
- Supports on-premises servers, allowing organizations to manage both cloud and on-premises resources from a single console.