Hybrid and Multi-Cloud Monitoring

In the previous chapters, we have mentioned how most organizations run hybrid and multi-cloud setups as it gives them the flexibility to take advantage of the best features of multiple cloud providers while maintaining on-premises infrastructure. However, this complexity poses several challenges, including ensuring consistent performance, security, and compliance across platform environments. One of the fundamental aspects of overcoming these challenges is effective and consistent monitoring across all these platforms to have visibility and control over the entire IT ecosystem.

This chapter introduces the specific tools and techniques available in Azure for monitoring resources in hybrid and multi-cloud environments. We’ll examine how Azure Monitor integrates with Azure Arc and System Center Operations Manager (SCOM) managed instances to enable detailed monitoring of other cloud platforms and on-premises systems.

Additionally, we will...