Part of IT architecture includes improving efficiencies by restructuring enterprise resources. The more system maintenance processes that you automate in the IT architecture, the greater cost savings you can realize from reduced administrative overhead and support.

• Operating system patches/updates: Most operating systems have some type of native automated patch management solution, and third-party solutions are also available.
• Application updates: Some applications have the ability to update themselves automatically, while others may be updated through logon scripts or push technology.
• Anti-malware updates and scans: Use enterprise-level anti-malware solutions that update frequently and scan regularly to improve security.