Why In-House Syslog Servers Aren't Worth the Effort

While it is good fun to get servers up and running, for SMBs and MSPs, building an in-house syslog server involves significant challenges and hidden costs that make cloud solutions like LogCentral a superior choice.

Proper Storage for Logs

Managing hardware, capacity planning, and scaling storage as log volumes grow requires significant investment in enterprise-grade equipment.

Compliance Requirements

Meeting GDPR, HIPAA, SOC 2, and PCI DSS requirements demands complex implementations of retention policies and access controls.

Redundancy & High Availability

Ensuring 24/7 availability requires redundant servers, backup systems, and geographic distribution - all costly to implement.

Security of Log Data

Protecting logs from tampering while ensuring appropriate access requires sophisticated security measures and constant monitoring.

Audit Logs & Traceability

Maintaining audit trails of who accessed logs and tracking system changes adds another layer of complexity.

Hidden Costs

Hardware, software licenses, maintenance, and labor costs quickly add up to significant ongoing expenses.