Splunk Announces New Capabilities In OpenTelemetry & Observability
Splunk has announced new innovations to deliver a seamless OpenTelemetry experience that offers organizations flexibility, customization, and freedom from vendor lock-in with no manual setup. With the introduction of these new capabilities, Splunk provides a more intuitive, simplified OpenTelemetry experience – ensuring organizations can seamlessly integrate open-source observability into their software delivery and build a leading observability practice.
Nearly 60% of surveyed organizations say their primary observability solution relies on OpenTelemetry, making it a critical framework to advance business operations. Recognizing the great advantages of OpenTelemetry, Splunk made it the foundation of its Splunk Observability Cloud solution and continued to innovate to ensure organizations benefit from the framework's vendor-neutral telemetry with unmatched ease of use. These new solutions include Service Inventory, enhanced capabilities for Kubernetes troubleshooting, and expanded support for automatic setup of OpenTelemetry instrumentation for applications.
Simplifying OpenTelemetry Adoption with Service Inventory and Expanded Automation
Service Inventory addresses the operational challenges of large-scale observability building on infrastructure inventory, automatic discovery and automatic configuration. This new capability: Provides end-to-end visibility – Automatically detects all third-party applications, like databases and message queues.
Guides users through configuration – Provides step-by-step recommendations for seamless OpenTelemetry setup.
Identifies and resolves visibility gaps – Highlights missing instrumentation, allowing enterprises to proactively address blind spots across their infrastructure.
'Splunk customers benefit from OpenTelemetry's full power, with a frictionless experience that ensures complete visibility, so they can attain flexibility and ownership of their data,' said Morgan McLean, OpenTelemetry Co-founder and Senior Director of Product Management at Splunk, a Cisco company. 'OpenTelemetry should be effortless to use, and Splunk is committed to making that a reality with the introduction of Service Inventory and expanded automation. These enhancements give customers the power to build a leading observability practice with the ability to instrument and monitor their environments without the complexity of manual configuration.'
Deepening Kubernetes Observability and OpenTelemetry Support
Splunk enhanced its Kubernetes monitoring and troubleshooting capabilities to further enrich visibility and empower teams to quickly detect and resolve issues within Kubernetes clusters, reducing downtime and improving performance.
Further strengthening Splunk's OpenTelemetry offering, the company is rolling out OpenTelemetry Python 2.0 and Node.js 3.0, delivering greater flexibility and improved performance for cloud-native applications.
'OpenTelemetry is rapidly becoming the industry standard for building an effective observability practice, but complex instrumentation remains a significant barrier. Splunk's latest innovations have the potential to make its adoption more seamless than ever,' said Archana Venkatraman, Senior Research Director, Cloud Data Management, IDC Europe. 'Cloud-native and Kubernetes strategies are becoming mainstream, requiring enterprise-grade management. Amid this, by automating instrumentation and deepening Kubernetes troubleshooting, Splunk continues to make OpenTelemetry a practical and powerful solution for digital enterprises.'
Cisco & Splunk: Better Together in OpenTelemetry
As part of Cisco, Splunk continues to champion OpenTelemetry adoption. Cisco ThousandEyes and Splunk AppDynamics natively support OpenTelemetry, enabling a seamless observability experience across the entire IT stack. As the first assurance solution to support OpenTelemetry, Cisco ThousandEyes allows customers to infer correlations between digital experience health and observability metrics for end-to-end visibility that helps solve problems quicker, and get services restored and running faster. Splunk AppDynamics provides an OpenTelemetry-compatible backend to ingest trace data using OpenTelemetry components and leverages Splunk AppDynamics agents to produce OpenTelemetry data for easy consumption by Splunk Observability Cloud.
Availability Service Inventory is available globally for all Splunk Observability Cloud customers.
Kubernetes troubleshooting enhancements and expanded OpenTelemetry language support are available globally. 0 0
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Web Release
4 hours ago
- Web Release
AI is Driving a Major Infrastructure Change: Research shows 97% of IT leaders in the UAE Plan to Boost Networking Budget Share
AI is Driving a Major Infrastructure Change: Research shows 97% of IT leaders in the UAE Plan to Boost Networking Budget Share Ahead of Cisco's flagship Event for the Gulf region 'Cisco Connect' for customers and partners, the company today released the UAE findings of its global networking study revealing a major architectural shift underway across enterprise networks. As AI assistants, agents, and data-driven workloads reshape how work gets done, they're creating faster, more dynamic, more latency-sensitive, and more complex network traffic. Combined with the ubiquity of connected devices, 24/7 uptime demands, and intensifying security threats, these shifts are driving infrastructure to adapt and evolve. The result: IT leaders are changing how they think about the network: what it is, what it enables, and how it protects the organization. The network they build today will decide the business they become tomorrow. Six signals that an architectural shift is underway: 1. The network has become a strategic priority: 98% say a modernized network is critical to rolling out AI, IoT, and cloud. 97% of IT leaders plan to increase the share of their overall IT budget allocated to networking. 2. Secure networking is mission critical: 99% say secure networking is important to their operations and growth; 68% say it's critical. 97% believe an improved network will enhance their cybersecurity posture. 3. AI intensifies demand for resilient networks: 99% say a resilient network is critical, at a time when 78% faced major outages – driven largely by congestion, cyberattacks, and misconfigurations – adding up to $160B globally from just one severe disruption per business, per year. 4. Leaders look to AI to grow revenue: 55% say a modernized network's greatest impact on revenue will come from deploying AI tools that automate and tailor customer journeys – enabling faster, more personalized experiences that can strengthen loyalty and drive growth. 5. AI is reshaping computing infrastructure: 67% say their data centres can't yet meet today's AI demands, and 92% plan to expand capacity – on-prem, in the cloud, or both. 6. Leaders want to make networks smarter: 99% say autonomous, AI-powered networks are essential to future growth – yet only 47% have deployed the intelligent capabilities – like segmentation, visibility, and control – to make their network adaptive. Abdelilah Nejjari, the Managing Director for the Gulf and Levant at Cisco, commented: 'Our networking research clearly demonstrates that modernizing networks is no longer just an IT issue – it's a strategic imperative for organizations aiming to thrive in the AI era. Networks are the backbone of digital transformation, enabling seamless connectivity, and empowering businesses to adapt, scale, and thrive in an ever-evolving digital landscape.' He added: 'The ongoing AI infrastructure buildout in the Middle East presents a unique opportunity for organizations to leverage advanced networking capabilities that can support AI and drive innovation. Cisco is committed to building resilient, intelligent networks that not only meet the increasing demands of AI-driven workloads but also secure and future-proof organizations against evolving cyber threats.' The Network is the Value: Modern Infrastructure Unlocking Growth and Savings IT leaders are already delivering financial value from today's networks – largely by improving customer experiences (59%), boosting efficiency (57%), and enabling innovation (56%). But much of that value is at risk if it comes from infrastructure that hasn't been designed for AI or real-time scale. To unlock the full growth and savings they expect, leaders have identified critical gaps they must close: siloed or partially integrated systems (64%), incomplete deployments (55%), and reliance on manual oversight (50%). Smarter, more secure, more adaptive networks are the business case for investment. 96% say improved networks will directly drive revenue, and 97% expect meaningful cost savings – driven by smarter operations, fewer outages, and lower energy use. Discover more of the key findings from Cisco's Networking Research here.
Channel Post MEA
10 hours ago
- Channel Post MEA
97% Of IT Leaders In UAE Plan To Boost Networking Budget Share
Ahead of Cisco's flagship Event for the Gulf region 'Cisco Connect' for customers and partners, the company today released the UAE findings of its global networking study revealing a major architectural shift underway across enterprise networks. As AI assistants, agents, and data-driven workloads reshape how work gets done, they're creating faster, more dynamic, more latency-sensitive, and more complex network traffic. Combined with the ubiquity of connected devices, 24/7 uptime demands, and intensifying security threats, these shifts are driving infrastructure to adapt and evolve. The result: IT leaders are changing how they think about the network: what it is, what it enables, and how it protects the organization. The network they build today will decide the business they become tomorrow. Six signals that an architectural shift is underway: The network has become a strategic priority: 98% say a modernized network is critical to rolling out AI, IoT, and cloud. 97% of IT leaders plan to increase the share of their overall IT budget allocated to networking. Secure networking is mission critical: 99% say secure networking is important to their operations and growth; 68% say it's critical. 97% believe an improved network will enhance their cybersecurity posture. AI intensifies demand for resilient networks: 99% say a resilient network is critical, at a time when 78% faced major outages – driven largely by congestion, cyberattacks, and misconfigurations – adding up to $160B globally from just one severe disruption per business, per year. Leaders look to AI to grow revenue: 55% say a modernized network's greatest impact on revenue will come from deploying AI tools that automate and tailor customer journeys – enabling faster, more personalized experiences that can strengthen loyalty and drive growth. AI is reshaping computing infrastructure: 67% say their data centres can't yet meet today's AI demands, and 92% plan to expand capacity – on-prem, in the cloud, or both. Leaders want to make networks smarter: 99% say autonomous, AI-powered networks are essential to future growth – yet only 47% have deployed the intelligent capabilities – like segmentation, visibility, and control – to make their network adaptive. Abdelilah Nejjari, the Managing Director for the Gulf and Levant at Cisco, commented: 'Our networking research clearly demonstrates that modernizing networks is no longer just an IT issue – it's a strategic imperative for organizations aiming to thrive in the AI era. Networks are the backbone of digital transformation, enabling seamless connectivity, and empowering businesses to adapt, scale, and thrive in an ever-evolving digital landscape.' He added: 'The ongoing AI infrastructure buildout in the Middle East presents a unique opportunity for organizations to leverage advanced networking capabilities that can support AI and drive innovation. Cisco is committed to building resilient, intelligent networks that not only meet the increasing demands of AI-driven workloads but also secure and future-proof organizations against evolving cyber threats.' The Network is the Value: Modern Infrastructure Unlocking Growth and Savings IT leaders are already delivering financial value from today's networks – largely by improving customer experiences (59%), boosting efficiency (57%), and enabling innovation (56%). But much of that value is at risk if it comes from infrastructure that hasn't been designed for AI or real-time scale. To unlock the full growth and savings they expect, leaders have identified critical gaps they must close: siloed or partially integrated systems (64%), incomplete deployments (55%), and reliance on manual oversight (50%). Smarter, more secure, more adaptive networks are the business case for investment. 96% say improved networks will directly drive revenue, and 97% expect meaningful cost savings – driven by smarter operations, fewer outages, and lower energy use.
Zawya
11 hours ago
- Zawya
Research shows 97% of IT leaders in the UAE plan to boost Networking Budget Share
Cisco revealed the UAE Findings of its Global Networking Research News summary: Architectural shift already underway: 98% of IT leaders in the UAE see modernized networks as critical to deploying AI, IoT, and cloud. Secure networking is critical: 97% believe an improved network will enhance their cybersecurity posture. Modern networks unlock business value: 96% say improved infrastructure will drive revenue. Dubai, UAE: Ahead of Cisco's flagship Event for the Gulf region 'Cisco Connect' for customers and partners, the company today released the UAE findings of its global networking study revealing a major architectural shift underway across enterprise networks. As AI assistants, agents, and data-driven workloads reshape how work gets done, they're creating faster, more dynamic, more latency-sensitive, and more complex network traffic. Combined with the ubiquity of connected devices, 24/7 uptime demands, and intensifying security threats, these shifts are driving infrastructure to adapt and evolve. The result: IT leaders are changing how they think about the network: what it is, what it enables, and how it protects the organization. The network they build today will decide the business they become tomorrow. Six signals that an architectural shift is underway: The network has become a strategic priority: 98% say a modernized network is critical to rolling out AI, IoT, and cloud. 97% of IT leaders plan to increase the share of their overall IT budget allocated to networking. Secure networking is mission critical: 99% say secure networking is important to their operations and growth; 68% say it's critical. 97% believe an improved network will enhance their cybersecurity posture. AI intensifies demand for resilient networks: 99% say a resilient network is critical, at a time when 78% faced major outages – driven largely by congestion, cyberattacks, and misconfigurations – adding up to $160B globally from just one severe disruption per business, per year. Leaders look to AI to grow revenue: 55% say a modernized network's greatest impact on revenue will come from deploying AI tools that automate and tailor customer journeys – enabling faster, more personalized experiences that can strengthen loyalty and drive growth. AI is reshaping computing infrastructure: 67% say their data centres can't yet meet today's AI demands, and 92% plan to expand capacity – on-prem, in the cloud, or both. Leaders want to make networks smarter: 99% say autonomous, AI-powered networks are essential to future growth – yet only 47% have deployed the intelligent capabilities – like segmentation, visibility, and control – to make their network adaptive. Abdelilah Nejjari, the Managing Director for the Gulf and Levant at Cisco, commented: "Our networking research clearly demonstrates that modernizing networks is no longer just an IT issue - it's a strategic imperative for organizations aiming to thrive in the AI era. Networks are the backbone of digital transformation, enabling seamless connectivity, and empowering businesses to adapt, scale, and thrive in an ever-evolving digital landscape.' He added: 'The ongoing AI infrastructure buildout in the Middle East presents a unique opportunity for organizations to leverage advanced networking capabilities that can support AI and drive innovation. Cisco is committed to building resilient, intelligent networks that not only meet the increasing demands of AI-driven workloads but also secure and future-proof organizations against evolving cyber threats.' The Network is the Value: Modern Infrastructure Unlocking Growth and Savings IT leaders are already delivering financial value from today's networks – largely by improving customer experiences (59%), boosting efficiency (57%), and enabling innovation (56%). But much of that value is at risk if it comes from infrastructure that hasn't been designed for AI or real-time scale. To unlock the full growth and savings they expect, leaders have identified critical gaps they must close: siloed or partially integrated systems (64%), incomplete deployments (55%), and reliance on manual oversight (50%). Smarter, more secure, more adaptive networks are the business case for investment. 96% say improved networks will directly drive revenue, and 97% expect meaningful cost savings – driven by smarter operations, fewer outages, and lower energy use. About the research This global study is based on a survey of 8,065 senior IT and business leaders responsible for networking strategy and infrastructure at organizations with 250 or more employees. The survey was conducted across 30 markets in December 2024 by Sandpiper Research & Insights, on behalf of Cisco. About Cisco Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) is the worldwide technology leader that is revolutionizing the way organizations connect and protect in the AI era. For more than 40 years, Cisco has securely connected the world. With its industry leading AI-powered solutions and services, Cisco enables its customers, partners and communities to unlock innovation, enhance productivity and strengthen digital resilience. With purpose at its core, Cisco remains committed to creating a more connected and inclusive future for all. Cisco and the Cisco logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Cisco and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and other countries. A listing of Cisco's trademarks can be found at Third-party trademarks mentioned are the property of their respective owners. The use of the word 'partner' does not imply a partnership relationship between Cisco and any other company.
