Audience
IT professionals and anyone searching for a solution to optimize their operations and improve efficiency
About CFEngine
CFEngine is a configuration management and automation framework that lets you securely manage your mission-critical IT infrastructure. CFEngine provides DevSecOps teams with a versatile solution to automate day-to-day tasks - freeing up time to focus on more important business priorities. Regardless of scale and complexity, CFEngine continuously keeps your infrastructure secure, compliant & up to date. CFEngine pioneered and revolutionized the way organizations manage their infrastructure. As these environments have matured over the years, CFEngine continues to support the world's most critical infrastructures through improved automation, as well as setting the standard for security & compliance. CFEngine is available in both open-source and commercial options. Gain control & visibility of your infrastructure. Automate your infrastructure. Configuration Management. CI/CD integration.
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Company Information
CFEngine
Founded: 2008
United States
cfengine.com
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Product Details
Platforms Supported
Windows
Mac
Linux
Training
Documentation
Support
Phone Support
CFEngine Product Features
Configuration Management
Access Control / Permissions
Application Deployment
Automated Provisioning
Infrastructure Automation
Node Management
Orchestration
Reporting Analytics / Visualization
Task Management