EKIALIS Explore

EKIALIS Explore is a software tool developed by EKIALIS that assists organizations in mapping and visualizing their information systems (IS). According to the vendor, this solution is suitable for organizations of various sizes, including small, medium, and large enterprises. The product is commonly used by IT managers, data protection officers, risk managers, compliance officers, and security officers across different industries.

Key Features

Information System Mapping: EKIALIS Explore enables organizations to document and visualize their information systems by interconnecting various components such as buildings, racks, servers, virtual machines (VMs), applications, data flows, contracts, and suppliers. The vendor emphasizes that this feature provides a comprehensive view of the system's dependencies and potential impacts of changes or incidents.

Mapping of Intangible and Tangible Assets: EKIALIS Explore allows organizations to map and document both intangible and tangible assets, including digital assets (applications, data flows) and physical assets (buildings, racks, servers). The vendor states that this capability facilitates risk assessment, compliance, and decision-making processes.

Risk Prevention: EKIALIS Explore supports organizations in identifying and mitigating risks associated with their information systems and assets. Users can assess the criticality level and potential impacts of changes or incidents, according to the vendor, helping organizations implement preventive measures and develop risk management strategies.

Asset Security: EKIALIS Explore helps organizations secure their digital and physical assets by providing an up-to-date view of their information systems. The vendor asserts that by understanding the relationships between assets, processes, and risks, organizations can implement security measures and protect their valuable resources.

Transversal and Multi-Organization View: EKIALIS Explore enables organizations to gain a transversal and multi-organization perspective of their information systems. By integrating various viewpoints such as applications, business processes, infrastructure, contracts, and suppliers, the software fosters collaboration and alignment among different governance stakeholders, according to the vendor.

Dynamic Knowledge Sharing: EKIALIS Explore provides a shared repository of information that can be accessed and utilized by all governance stakeholders. The vendor claims that the software facilitates communication and collaboration among different roles, including business managers, IT directors, architects, auditors, and security officers, through customizable visualizations and summaries.

Simulation and Impact Analysis: EKIALIS Explore allows organizations to simulate and analyze the impact of changes to their infrastructure and assets. According to the vendor, this feature enables organizations to make informed decisions, anticipate risks, and optimize their change management processes.

Mapping Visualizations: EKIALIS Explore offers a range of mapping visualizations and dashboards to communicate information system mappings and analysis results. The vendor states that the software provides customizable reports and summaries tailored to different stakeholders, enhancing communication and understanding of the organization's information systems.

User-Friendly Interface: EKIALIS Explore features an intuitive and user-friendly interface designed to facilitate ease of use and adoption. According to the vendor, the software provides intuitive navigation, drag-and-drop functionality, and customizable views, ensuring a seamless user experience and increased productivity.