Network Discovery, Launching an integrated IT Network Asset Management

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Challenge

A global leader in IT services, sought to expand its product offerings by developing a cutting-edge solution for IT network asset management. They envisioned a SaaS product that integrated existing network scanning technologies with advanced security features, such as vulnerability assessment.

Solution

Velvet Lab partnered with the client to create a robust and scalable IT network asset management platform with a friendly user interface and advanced security features. The solution consolidated information from various sources, like Device42, nmap, and others, providing a unified view of IT assets and enabling proactive vulnerability and security management.

The platform was implemented as a microservices architecture, allowing for scalability and flexibility in managing the growing volume of data. We leveraged modern technologies including React, TypeScript, MongoDB, Python, and Azure.

Key Features of the SaaS Product

  • Automated Asset Discovery: Continuously scans the network to identify and inventory IT assets.
  • Vulnerability Assessment: Identifies and prioritizes security vulnerabilities across the network.
  • Security Alerts: Real-time alerts for critical vulnerabilities and security threats.
  • Compliance Management: Ensures adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Customizable Dashboards: Provides customizable dashboards for visualizing asset information and security metrics.

Impact

  • Expanded Product Offerings: The client successfully launched a new SaaS product, expanding their portfolio and addressing a growing market need.
  • Accelerated Time-to-Market: Velvet Lab's ability to deliver an MVP in a short timeframe enabled the client to quickly introduce the product to the market.
  • Competitive Advantage: The platform's comprehensive features and advanced capabilities positioned the client's branch as a leader, within the company group, in IT network asset management solutions.
  • Revenue Generation: The SaaS model provided a sustainable revenue stream for the client through product subscriptions.

Technology Stack

  • Frontend: React, TypeScript
  • Backend: Python
  • Database: MongoDB, PostgreSQL
  • Cloud Platform: Azure

By partnering with Velvet Lab, the client was able to develop a highly successful SaaS product that addressed a critical market need and provided a competitive advantage.

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