HP Client Automation Software
| Company type | Software |
|---|---|
| Industry | IT management software |
| Predecessor | Novadigm |
| Founded | 1992 |
| Products | Endpoint lifecycle management software |
| Owner | Persistent Systems (since 2013) |
Radia Client Automation software serves as a comprehensive lifecycle management solution for end-user devices, streamlining tasks such as operating system deployment and upgrades, patch distribution, application rollout, usage tracking, security enforcement, compliance adherence, and remote device administration.
In February 2013, Hewlett-Packard (HP) granted Persistent Systems exclusive rights to its Client Automation technology. Persistent Systems now continues the development of the Radia Client Automation suite, building upon the original HP software framework. HP maintains its role as a reseller of Radia products through Persistent.
History
The software known today as Radia Client Automation has undergone multiple rebrandings, previously identified as HP OpenView Configuration Management software, Radia Enterprise Desktop Manager (EDM), and HP Client Automation Software.
- 1992 - Enterprise Desktop Manager (EDM) introduced by Novadigm
- 1997 - Novadigm releases Radia
- 2004 - Acquisition of Novadigm by HP
- September 2004 - Radia version 4.0 launched
- April 2007 - HP OpenView Configuration Management version 5.0 released
- October 2007 - HP Configuration Management version 5.1 released
- July 2008 - HP Client Automation version 7.20 launched
- May 2009 - Release of HP Client Automation version 7.50
- December 2009 - HP Client Automation version 7.80 released
- June 2010 – Version 7.90 of HP Client Automation made available
- February 2011 - HP Client Automation version 8.10 launched
- January 2013 - Release of HP Client Automation version 9.00
- February 2013 - Persistent Systems obtains license for HP Client Automation software from Hewlett-Packard
- June 2013 - Launch of Radia Client Automation by Persistent Systems at HP® Discover 2013
Key Features
Radia Client Automation supports management of extensive client device fleets including Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux desktops and laptops; mobile devices and tablets operating on iOS, Android, Windows 8 Series Mobile OS; HP thin clients; as well as Windows and Linux servers.
The solution utilizes a desired state management paradigm in which IT administrators establish device configurations through policies, while client-side agents actively ensure these configurations remain intact. This methodology improves compliance rates and reduces administrative overhead. It is especially advantageous for laptops and notebooks with sporadic or limited bandwidth connectivity, offering superior performance compared to conventional task-based management models.
Highlights introduced in the 9.00 release encompass:
- Support for mobile platforms including iOS, Android, and Windows
- Capability for management over Internet connections
- Compatibility with Windows 8 operating system
- Comprehensive IPv6 support throughout the system
- Patch management features targeting Adobe and Java applications
- Role-based access control tailored by target device