From Reactive to Proactive: 8 Critical Features for Firewall Monitoring Tools
Firewall monitoring is critical for maintaining a secure, high-performing network. The best tools do more than just track metrics—they proactively detect issues, provide actionable remediation steps, and ensure adherence to best practices. While network performance monitoring (NPM) tools are essential for infrastructure oversight, they often fall short when it comes to managing security infrastructure, particularly firewalls.
Below are eight reasons why traditional NPM tools may not be enough for firewall monitoring – and what capabilities you should look for instead.