HP IT Management Software
| Company type | Division |
|---|---|
| Industry | Enterprise software |
| Predecessor | Hewlett-Packard Enterprise Software Division |
| Founded | September 2005 |
| Fate | Acquired by OpenText through Micro Focus |
| Headquarters | United States |
Area served | Worldwide |
| Products | IT management software, business service management, application lifecycle management, mobile apps, big data and analytics, service and portfolio management, automation and orchestration, enterprise security software, SaaS, cloud computing solutions |
| Parent | OpenText |
HP IT Management Software comprises a collection of Enterprise software solutions currently under the ownership of OpenText, following the 2017 spin-merge involving Hewlett Packard Enterprise's software division and Micro Focus, and later OpenText's acquisition of Micro Focus in 2023. Originally part of Hewlett Packard Enterprise after the 2015 division of Hewlett-Packard into HP Inc. and HPE, this software suite assists organizations in overseeing intricate IT environments, personnel, and workflows to enhance agility and operational efficiency within complex data center infrastructures.
Beginning in September 2005, HP embarked on a strategy of acquisitions aimed at broadening its IT management software offerings tailored for large-scale enterprises. During this timeframe, industry analyses from ZDNet and IDC ranked HP as the sixth largest software vendor worldwide.
Within the HP Software Division, HP IT Management Software was its most substantial segment. Its fundamental approach views IT as a strategic business function instead of merely a cost factor, delivering tools to administer IT portfolios and assets, elevate IT service quality, enforce process governance, and strengthen security measures. As noted by ComputerWorld, these solutions enable organizations to align IT expenditures and resources with overarching business objectives. Prominent rivals in the IT management software arena include IBM, BMC Software, Borland, CA Technologies, and Compuware.
IT Management Software products
OpenText provides an extensive range of offerings encompassing business service management, application lifecycle management, mobile apps, big data and analytics, service and portfolio management, automation and orchestration, alongside enterprise-grade security software. The company also delivers cloud-based services such as Software as a service (SaaS) and other cloud computing solutions, complemented by consulting, training, professional services, and technical support.
User groups
Vivit Worldwide operates as an independent community focused on HP Software users, fostering skill development and career advancement through education, networking, and advocacy initiatives. For nearly twenty years, it has supported thousands of HP Software customers, developers, and partners internationally. Membership is offered at no cost.
The ITRC serves as an online platform dedicated to HP Software & Solutions products. In April 2010, HP established the HP Software Solutions Community by merging several previously separate software-related forums.
In June 2011, HP launched the Discover Performance community and resource hub specifically designed for IT leaders and CIOs.
Software company acquisition timeline
- Oct. 2011: Autonomy Corporation, specializing in enterprise search and knowledge management
- Mar. 2011: Vertica Systems, provider of analytic database management
- Oct. 2010: ArcSight, focused on security management solutions
- Aug. 2010: Stratavia, offering database and application automation software
- Aug. 2010: Fortify Software, delivering software security assurance
- May 2008: Tower Software, document and records management systems
- Jan. 2008: Exstream Software, variable data publishing technology
- Jul. 2007: Opsware, automation for data centers
- Jun. 2007: SPI Dynamics, web application security tools
- Feb. 2007: Bristol Technology, business transaction monitoring solutions
- Feb. 2007: PolyServe, storage software for applications and file services
- Feb. 2006: OuterBay, archiving solutions for enterprise applications and databases
- Nov. 2006: Mercury Interactive Corporation, application management, delivery, and IT governance
- Dec. 2006: Bitfone, mobile device management software
- Nov. 2005: Trustgenix, federated identity management
- Sep. 2005: Peregrine Systems, asset and service management solutions
- Sep. 2005: AppIQ, technologies for storage area network and resource management