Patching Strategies
The Key to Autonomous Patch Management
Patching shouldn’t be a reactive scramble, but a proactive, seamless process. Adaptiva’s approach redefines patch management. In OneSite Patch, patching strategies are the blueprint for how patches are deployed across your organization. Unlike traditional approaches where automation settings must be configured manually for each patch or application, OneSite Patch lets you define patching strategies as reusable rules that apply consistently across deployments. These strategies include predefined schedules, deployment waves, and approval workflows that automatically handle patches according to your organization’s policies. Once the rules are in place, every patch is deployed seamlessly using the same logic, eliminating the need for repetitive manual adjustments and ensuring uniformity across the entire patch management process.
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How Patching Strategies Work
Strategies are created and managed within the OneSite Patch web portal. Here is how strategies are set up:
Creating a Strategy
After logging into the OneSite Portal and navigating to the patching strategies section—you can create a new strategy from scratch or use some of the preconfigured settings. Settings include immediate mandatory deployment, phased deployments, or risk-based deployment.
Defining Rules and Schedules
Each patching strategy includes a set of rules (or intent objects). These define when patches are deployed, which devices or groups are targeted, and the order in which patches are applied. For example, a strategy might specify that critical patches are deployed immediately, while less critical patches follow a schedule maintenance window.
Configuring Deployment Settings
Deployment settings allow admins to specify how patches are distributed. This includes deployment waves, which break the deployment into phases. For example, a patch can first be deployed to a test group of devices, then after stability is confirmed, it can be deployed to the rest of the business units.
Customizing Approval Processes
To ensure compliance and control, patching strategies incorporate approval processes. These define which stakeholders must approve a patch before it is deployed, adding layers of oversight and ensuring that all deployments are vetted according to organizational policies.
Adding Notification and Communication Settings
Effective collaboration and communication is crucial for IT and security teams. Patching strategies can include notification settings that alert stakeholders at various stages of the deployment process. This might involve notifying the IT team when an approval is needed, alerting users about upcoming deployments, or informing security teams about the status of critical patch deployments.
Deploying Patches
Once the strategy is configured, patches are deployed automatically according to the defined rules and schedules. The system continuously monitors the deployment, proving real-time analytics and feedback. Admins can track the progress, address any issues and adjust as needed.
Handling Exceptions and Rollbacks
Not all patches go as planned, which is why OneSite Patch includes robust controls, including exception handling and rollback features. These allow administrators to pause, cancel, or rollback deployments if issues arise, ensuring that the environment remains stable and secure.
Intelligent Automation in Action
Patching Strategies in OneSite Patch are what make it the most adaptable solution for automated patch management. From granular deployment schedules to multi-step approval workflows, the system adapts to any organization’s unique requirements. It’s a powerful, yet easy-to-use use framework for managing patch deployments with precision and control. Whether you are dealing with remediating critical vulnerabilities or scheduling routine maintenance updates, Patching Strategies in OneSite Patch offer the flexibility modern organizations need for patch management.
For more information on setting up strategies review our knowledge base here.
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