Ivanti Neurons for Discovery
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What is Ivanti Neurons for Discovery
Ivanti Neurons for Discovery is an IT discovery and inventory product used to identify and normalize hardware, software, and network-connected devices across an organization. It supports IT asset management and service management teams that need a continuously updated view of endpoints, servers, and other devices for CMDB population, compliance, and operational reporting. The product combines agent-based and agentless discovery methods and includes device fingerprinting and reconciliation to reduce duplicate records. It is typically deployed as part of the broader Ivanti Neurons platform and integrates with other Ivanti IT operations workflows.
Broad discovery method coverage
The product supports multiple discovery approaches, including agent-based and agentless techniques, to find devices across different network segments. This helps organizations cover managed endpoints as well as less-managed or intermittently connected devices. It is useful in environments where a single discovery method does not provide sufficient coverage. The approach aligns with ITAM needs for more complete asset inventories.
Normalization and reconciliation features
Ivanti Neurons for Discovery focuses on identifying devices and consolidating findings into cleaner inventory records. Normalization and reconciliation reduce duplicate assets and inconsistent naming that can undermine reporting and downstream processes. This is particularly relevant when data comes from multiple sources or scans. Cleaner records improve the reliability of CMDB and asset reporting.
Designed for CMDB population
The product is commonly used to feed discovered asset data into configuration and asset repositories used by IT operations. It supports ongoing discovery rather than one-time audits, which helps keep records current as devices change. This makes it suitable for organizations that need discovery tightly aligned with IT service management processes. It can reduce manual effort compared with spreadsheet-based inventory maintenance.
Best within Ivanti ecosystem
Many organizations realize the most value when the product is used alongside other Ivanti Neurons and Ivanti ITSM/ITAM components. If a company uses a different service management or asset platform, integration and data mapping may require additional effort. This can increase implementation time compared with tools designed primarily for standalone use. Buyers should validate integration requirements early.
Complexity for smaller teams
Discovery configuration, credential management, and reconciliation rules can be operationally demanding for small IT teams. Organizations with limited IT operations maturity may find setup and ongoing tuning more involved than lighter-weight asset trackers. Ongoing maintenance is often needed to keep scans accurate as networks and device types change. This can affect time-to-value.
Licensing and scope planning needed
Discovery products often require careful planning around what is scanned, how frequently, and which device classes are included. Costs and licensing can vary based on endpoints, modules, and platform packaging, which can complicate budgeting. Organizations should confirm what is included (e.g., specific connectors, normalization content, or platform capabilities) in their edition. Misalignment between scope and licensing can lead to unexpected constraints.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Custom / Enterprise (Ivanti Neurons for Discovery) | Custom pricing — contact sales | Ivanti does not publish public list prices for Neurons for Discovery. Ivanti states Neurons platform pricing includes a platform fee plus a cost per license and asks customers to contact sales for an estimate. Product purchasing is via Request a Demo / Contact Sales on the official product page. |
Seller details
Ivanti, Inc.
South Jordan, Utah, USA
2017
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