Single Source of Truth (SSoT) for Infrastructure Operations - Implementation and Importance

Learn about the importance of Single Source of Truth (SSoT) for infrastructure operations in this 29-minute conference talk from the OpenInfra Foundation. Discover AirOne, an information management system developed to streamline infrastructure operations, drawing parallels with system management tools like Facebook/Meta's Robotron and Google's MALT. Explore common challenges in implementing SSoT, including the limitations of traditional Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM) and IP Address Management (IPAM) tools. Follow speaker Hiroyasu OHYAMA's journey through managing complex data center information, addressing issues of siloed and intertwined data structures, and implementing effective solutions. Gain insights from discussions held at Japanese regional Network Operators Groups (JANOG45 and JANOG50) and understand practical approaches to achieving a true SSoT for infrastructure management.