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BIG-IQ

by F5 Networks
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Quick facts
VendorF5 Networks
Year launched
StatusActive
LocationCorporate HQ 801 5th Ave Seattle, WA 98104
Countries servedGlobal
Languages10
Integrations5+
Free tier
Free trialYES
Contact salesYES

About BIG-IQ

BIG-IQ is a centralized management software from F5 Networks that centralizes F5 apps, infrastructure, and system management. It offers features such as Web Application and API Protection, Hybrid Multicloud Application Delivery, and Secure Multicloud Networking, so users can effectively manage their application's security and delivery across various environments. Additionally, it supports post-quantum cryptography readiness to prepare for future security challenges. This platform provides visibility into all managed elements, facilitating easier oversight and control of complex environments. Key capabilities: centralized visibility application security multicloud management infrastructure oversight cryptographic readiness Best for: IT teams that need to manage and secure applications across hybrid and multicloud environments.

F5 BIG-IQ Centralized Management is a comprehensive platform designed to manage, orchestrate, and monitor F5’s BIG-IP devices and services across both on-premises and cloud environments. It offers centralized control, simplifying the deployment and management of F5 security and application delivery services, with support for both physical and virtual devices. BIG-IQ allows organizations to create application catalogs, ensuring consistency and rapid deployment across environments. It also enhances visibility through advanced analytics, enabling users to track the health and performance of applications and BIG-IP devices. This platform is designed to support various roles, from network operations (NetOps) and security operations (SecOps) to development teams (DevOps). Each user has access to role-based dashboards and tools, allowing them to efficiently manage security policies and application performance. The platform’s automation capabilities streamline workflows, reducing manual intervention and the complexity involved in managing multiple BIG-IP devices. By leveraging declarative APIs and the F5 Automation Toolchain, users can automate the deployment and configuration of BIG-IP services, further enhancing efficiency.

Pros & Cons

What users like
  • +Centralized management of all BIG-IP devices across cloud and on-premises environments.
  • +Advanced analytics for better application and device monitoring.
  • +Role-based dashboards to cater to different teams (NetOps, DevOps, SecOps, etc.).
  • +Automation toolchain for declarative management of services.
  • +Supports both physical and virtual deployments.
What users flag
  • Pricing is based on custom quotes, which may make it difficult to compare with competitors.
  • Complexity may require advanced expertise to fully leverage all features.
  • Heavy reliance on integration with other F5 products for full functionality.

Features

Key features

Centralized Application Catalogs
Enables users to create catalogs of applications for rapid deployment across on-premises and cloud environments.
Advanced Analytics
Provides real-time visibility into the health and performance of applications and devices, helping to identify and address issues proactively.
Policy Consistency
Ensures consistent security and compliance by centrally managing application and security policies across all environments.
Declarative APIs
Automates device and application service management, reducing manual errors and deployment time.
Automation Toolchain (ATC)
A set of unified tools that simplify and accelerate the deployment of F5 application services through declarative interfaces.

Additional features

Holistic Security Dashboard
Centralized view of security posture to reduce blind spots and mitigate risks.
End-to-End Device Lifecycle Management
Manage up to 1,000 BIG-IP devices from provisioning to decommissioning.
Cert Management
Integration with third-party certificate management platforms to keep BIG-IP device certificates updated and compliant.
License Management
Automates the application and removal of licenses for BIG-IP devices.
Backup and Restore
Capabilities for backing up and restoring images, software, and configuration files.
Role-Based Access Control
Provides customizable role-based access to different development teams for specific tasks.
Advanced Application Templates (AS3)
Simplifies the process of spinning up applications with the necessary security and network services.
Application Analytics
Dashboards that offer simplified insights into the health and performance of applications.
Central Policy Management
Allows users to centrally manage configurations for devices and applications to ensure compliance.

Pricing

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Countries & Languages

Global
Countries served
10
Interface languages
13
Billing currencies

Interface languages

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Billing currencies

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