Announcing Monitors v2: Your Observability Just Got a Whole Lot Smarter

By Kyle ChamplinDecember 19, 2024

Today, we are thrilled to announce the general availability of Monitors v2, a major update to Observe’s monitoring framework. After an incredible journey through private preview with 30 forward-thinking customers, Monitors v2 is ready to take center stage in your monitoring arsenal.

So, what’s new in Monitors v2? Let’s dive in!

Silence the Noise with Muting Monitors

Say goodbye to alert fatigue! Monitors v2 introduces the ability to mute monitors, whether temporarily or through selective scheduling. Now, you can enjoy peace of mind during maintenance windows or hush that persistent, non-critical alert when you need to focus on what matters most.

Precision Routing Rules

Automatically route alerts with laser-like precision using our new routing rules. Configure rules based on severity or specific attributes within the monitor itself. Whether it’s escalating critical incidents or channeling minor issues to specific teams, Monitors v2 makes sure every alert lands where it should.

Enhanced Monitoring Functions

Unlock deeper insights with our suite of new monitoring functions. With timeshift, and moving averages at your fingertips, you can now analyze trends over time with unprecedented clarity and foresight.

Fine-Tune with Advanced Configuration

Customization has never been this powerful. Monitors v2’s advanced configuration features empower teams to tailor monitor behavior down to the finest detail. It’s observability exactly the way you need it.

Seamless Terraform Support

Infrastructure as code just got a boost. Improved Terraform support in Monitors v2 means creating and maintaining monitors and actions is now simpler and more efficient. Your DevOps workflow, thank you!

Introducing Alert Explorer

Meet Alert Explorer — your new detective partner in isolating problems fast. Quickly filter alerts by status, severity, and involved resources for a streamlined path to resolution. Your team’s newfound efficiency starts here.

Transition at Your Pace

We understand that change takes time, which is why we’re leaving all v1 monitors untouched. Move to Monitors v2 at a pace that suits you and your team dynamics, without any pressure or disruption to your current setup.

A Heartfelt Thank You

A massive thank you to our preview partners for their invaluable feedback and collaboration. Your insights have helped shape a product that sets new standards in observability. We’re excited to see the broader adoption of Monitors v2 and to help all our customers achieve new levels of resilience and performance.

Join the evolution in observability today with Monitors v2 — it’s observability, smarter. Are you ready to see the difference? Contact us for a custom demo or sign up for a free trial to get started!

Stay tuned for upcoming webinars and tutorials where we will explore Monitors v2 features in-depth and share tips on unlocking their full potential. Let’s redefine monitoring together! 🚀