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Data Collection Framework

Harness your data without the hard work

Data collection made simpler, safer, and more streamlined. As your business scales, so will your software. Rapid technological advancement and ever-changing requirements can make data wrangling a big ask. But it doesn’t have to be. The Data Collection Framework (DCF) automates data collection from across your entire software estate in a flash. It then feeds that data into Acuity’s intelligent dashboards, so you don’t have to lift a finger.
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Benefits
Take a load off without sacrificing data quality

Reduce drudge work

Install the DCF on just one machine, and it’ll automatically collect data from multiple systems, freeing you up to focus on what matters most.

Maximize your ROI

Make the most of your software and cloud investments with standardized, deduplicated datasets that deliver clearer insights.

Guard your data

The DCF keeps your data safe. Collection, transfer, and storage are secure and adhere to industry standards.

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Over Fifty Connections
Flexibility to fit your workflow

Deploy the DCF in a way that suits you. It connects to over fifty discovery tools and inventory agents, so you can maximize your software investment and keep workflows streamlined. Don’t see the tool you need? Our engineers are happy to build the connection for you.

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Data Processing and Standardization
Better data, brighter insights

Good data should be easy to understand and analyze so it can be turned into useful, usable insights. The DCF processes, standardizes, and deduplicates data from multiple sources, turning it into a clear, up-to-date picture of your hardware, software, and cloud estates. Gain clarity on your investments while reducing complexity.

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Collection Automation
You’re in control

The DCF works hard so you don’t have to. Sit back, relax, and set it to run on a schedule that suits you. It stores all the data it collects on-site and in line with your specifications, so you can review it manually whenever you want. The choice and control are always yours.

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Data Security
Your data, safer

Rest assured: your data is in good hands. The DCF connects to inventory tools and safely and securely collects, stores, and transfers data from discovery agents in accordance with strict encryption practices. But don’t just take our word for it: our data-handling practices are certified secure under ISO 27001.

Case Studies
What clients say

Not only did we reduce our exposure, the budget we had forecast in our scenario planning exercise was translated into a major cost saving. The team was professional, knowledgeable & collaborative. In short, working with the Livingstone Group was a great experience, with a great result.

Software Asset Manager, Financial Services
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We couldn't be happier with the amount of cost avoidance achieved. So much so, we'd advocate that other forces who are facing the same challenges as we were, also go through this optimization process, and have passed on Livingstone as a strong recommendation.

CIO, Law Enforcement
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