What Is Web Services Management (WSM)?
Web services management stands apart from the traditional management of most systems, networks, and applications. While traditional network and systems management (NSM) tools typically examine managed components without taking part in or directing their actual production operation, WSM software may take a much more active role in assuring the production operation of business services. This active management is essential when you consider that Web services crosses the boundaries of so many different systems, and networks and applications use open and potentially immature standards. The componentized and dynamic nature of Web services introduces new considerations for management that are not prevalent in traditional NSM applications. The network of services in a composite application can change frequently, and mature management solutions must be able to answer questions like who’s using the service and how often. Companies cannot accurately measure the liability of failed services unless
