Network Downtime Alert Agent

Monitors network performance and automatically sends alerts when downtime or performance degradation is detected.

About the Agent

The Network Downtime Alert Agent automates the process of monitoring network performance, ensuring that any downtime or performance degradation is immediately identified. Using GenAI, this agent continuously monitors key network performance metrics, such as bandwidth, latency, and uptime, generating real-time alerts when issues are detected. It sends alerts to the IT team, enabling prompt investigation and resolution. By automating network monitoring, this agent helps reduce the time it takes to respond to network issues and ensures that disruptions are minimized. This agent delivers high ROI by improving network reliability, reducing downtime, and ensuring that IT teams can resolve issues faster.

Accuracy
TBD

Speed
TBD

Input Data Set

Sample of data set required for Network Downtime Alert Agent:

TimestampDevice_IDDevice_TypeBandwidth_Usage (Mbps)Latency (ms)Uptime (%)Packet_Loss (%)Errors
2024-10-14 08:00:00Router_01Router3502599.90.050
2024-10-14 08:01:00Switch_01Switch7801599.70.021
2024-10-14 08:02:00Firewall_01Firewall5004098.50.12
2024-10-14 08:03:00Switch_02Switch6502899.90.010
2024-10-14 08:04:00Router_02Router4003595.20.33
2024-10-14 08:05:00Firewall_02Firewall8005096.50.64
2024-10-14 08:06:00LoadBalancer_01LoadBalancer12006592.31.26
2024-10-14 08:07:00Router_03Router7002097.60.051
2024-10-14 08:08:00Switch_03Switch9001099.90.00
2024-10-14 08:09:00LoadBalancer_02LoadBalancer15008089.51.78

Deliverable Example

Sample output delivered by the Network Downtime Alert Agent:

Network Alert Summary - October 14, 2024

Detected Alerts:

LoadBalancer_01: Critical Bandwidth Overload

  • Timestamp: 2024-10-14 08:06:00
  • Alert: Bandwidth usage exceeded 1200 Mbps, causing network congestion. Latency reached 65ms, impacting service delivery.
  • Suggested Action: Evaluate current load-balancing rules and redistribute traffic to reduce the load on this device.

Firewall_02: Multiple Errors Detected

  • Timestamp: 2024-10-14 08:05:00
  • Alert: Multiple error codes detected, indicating potential hardware failure or misconfiguration.
  • Suggested Action: Check firewall configuration and apply any pending security policy updates.

LoadBalancer_02: Uptime Degradation and High Latency

  • Timestamp: 2024-10-14 08:08:00
  • Alert: Uptime has fallen to 89.5%, and latency is consistently above acceptable levels (80ms).
  • Suggested Action: Investigate potential physical hardware issues or traffic bottlenecks on the load balancer.

Router_02: Recurring Packet Loss

  • Timestamp: 2024-10-14 08:04:00
  • Alert: Packet loss reached 0.3%, which may cause delays or dropped packets for high-priority applications.
  • Suggested Action: Review Quality of Service (QoS) settings and ensure critical applications are prioritized.

Recommendations:

  • Overload Mitigation: Both LoadBalancer_01 and LoadBalancer_02 are showing signs of network strain. Implement traffic shaping policies or upgrade hardware to handle higher traffic volumes.
  • Firewall Stability: Address the recurring errors on Firewall_02 to prevent potential network security breaches.
  • Router Performance: Regularly monitor Router_02’s packet loss and uptime to avoid cascading network issues.

IT Team Response:

The IT team is advised to investigate the highlighted devices immediately and take corrective action to ensure service availability and performance. Performance metrics should be reviewed weekly to avoid network outages.