DataForge

What is DataForge for Zabbix?

DataForge for Zabbix offers additional functionality for the open source network monitoring software Zabbix. The software has been actively developed for many years by the German Zabbix Premium Partner IntelliTrend GmbH and is geared towards the needs of enterprise users, system integrators and MSPs when using Zabbix.

The software is available as a cloud service, but can also be installed on-premises on a self-hosted basis.

Online documentation is available for each functional area of DataForge.

DataForge is compatible with the Zabbix Cloud!

DataForge

Brief overview

Native integration in Zabbix: Compatibility with the last two Zabbix LTS versions and their major versions
Enterprise Grade: Management of any number of Zabbix servers via a DataForge server or DataForge HA cluster
Multitenancy: Management of any number of companies and specialist departments, each with their own Zabbix servers or cloud servers
Branding kits: Access to branding options for managed service providers and system integrators to place their own logos or company names
User-friendly end-user portal: Easy access to Zabbix for users and managers to view problems, hosts and historical data
Self-administration: Users independently configure alerts and maintenance intervals in Zabbix
AI-based anomaly detection: Seamless integration of true AI-based anomaly detection in Zabbix, administrators train their own system-specific AI models
Mobile app for Zabbix and DataForge: Convenient access to Zabbix and DataForge with free app for iOS and Android
Desktop access via web frontend: In addition to access via app, a user-friendly web frontend is also available
Integrates Zabbix-Direct functions: All functions provided by the paid Zabbix-Direct mode are included free of charge
Push notification: Convenient push notifications with smart routing, the app automatically opens the corresponding problem in the app
Extensive reporting: Design of network monitoring reports in PDF format or as data report in JSON, XML or CSV format
Flexible API: Integration with third-party products and applications via an HTTP-based REST API and gRPC API
Big Data Integration: Automated export of Zabbix metrics to third party systems via various interfaces such as Kafka, S3, SCP, Email, etc.

Consistent UI across different devices

Application example

Advanced network monitoring solutions with DataForge

“Example GmbH” supports numerous companies in the IT sector and relies on Zabbix for network monitoring. Many customers have specific monitoring and reporting requirements, both for self-hosted Zabbix servers or cloud installations.

Regular, detailed PDF reports on the status of the IT infrastructure, including a table of contents and explanatory comments in A4 format
Detailed reports for internal IT, grouped by department
Access to monitoring via app to gain immediate insights in the event of emergencies
Ability to independently configure alerts and maintenance for specific hosts or host groups
Execute predefined scripts such as service restarts directly via the app
Automatic detection of anomalies with forwarding to internal IT or commissioning of an external service provider

DataForge offers a comprehensive solution that covers all these requirements – without the need for in-depth knowledge of network monitoring.

Thanks to the multi-client capability of DataForge, companies that operate several Zabbix servers or consist of different departments can use this solution efficiently and manage their IT infrastructure centrally.

This also applies to large companies with complex IT structures and numerous specialized departments. DataForge ensures seamless monitoring and supports you in keeping your systems under control at all times.