Comments on: Area 51 notes, Feb. 17, 2011

By: Terry Simpkins

Terry Simpkins — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 14:19:40 +0000

@Arabella: No, we’re referring to the formal process of requesting (primarily) things like major system upgrades – there’s an actual form and review process to make sure testing, communication, backup, and fall-back systems are in place before proceeding with any changes that affect a large number of campus users. Some of these changes may indeed have security concerns. This is not the same as the fabled “not-to-do” list!
Terry

By: Arabella Holzapfel

Arabella Holzapfel — Mon, 28 Mar 2011 14:19:07 +0000

Does “change management policy” refer to the process we go through when we decide there’s something we don’t have the resources to do anymore? That’s the only context in which I remember that phrase, but I don’t see how that is a security concern.

By: Terry Simpkins

Terry Simpkins — Thu, 24 Mar 2011 12:52:48 +0000

Thanks Barbara. I agree 100%; this one was particularly delayed. I’ll try to get them posted sooner!

By: Barbara Merz

Barbara Merz — Thu, 24 Mar 2011 12:50:46 +0000

I always find these interesting. Is would be even better if there was a posting soon (days?)after each “Area 51″ meeting. It would give us more chance to comment on current issues. Thanks.