System mangement refers to a variety of functions performed by a system manager, aiming to minimize the use of redundant computer or network resources.

System management refers to the concurrent business requirements of balancing performance, reducing or eliminating outages, managing computer networks, and reducing maintenance costs. Objectives of system mangement also includes diagnosing and repairing any computer or network problem areas, as well as migration to new hardware and software system versions as appropriate.

A variety of software tools and services are available to help any business manage their computer systems. These include systems management software, documentation software, capacity planning, desktop support, and services to help better manage network and web traffic.