Top iPad and iPhone Apps for Windows IT Professionals

With the popularity and proven usefulness of mobile devices today, different apps have been created and developed to cater to all types of users and customers. Be it for play, entertainment, information gathering and work-related applications, these apps have made our life easier and work to be more accessible wherever, whenever. Today we will focus on iPhone and iPad apps for Windows IT professionals. Yes, you read it right, Windows apps that are designed for the iPhone and iPad access. From SQL server to remote access tools to cloud syncing to Cisco security applications, App Store can provide all the tools that you need.

1. SQL Server Mobile Database Client. This is a very handy application for DBAs and IT professionals who wants to keep connected to their network databases. It can monitor your existing SQL and it allows for mobile updating and running of customized ad-hoc queries. The connection can be done through a local network or secure VPN connection.
2. Wardy IT’s Virtual DBA for SQL Server. Another very useful SQL tool for DBAs. The platform was named as one of Australia’s most innovative services. The platform provides outsourced virtual SQL server DBA support. It is designed as a remote database administration service designed to assist companies and organizations in managing the Microsft SQL server.
3. Citrix Reciever. Organizations and businesses using the Citrix Systems’ application hosting services can access their Windows-based programs and applications with this platform. The Citrix, receiver allows for the user to remotely access the user’s desktop and deploy new client patches, updates and software. The best thing about this platform is its free.
4. Documents To Go. This is a great app if you want to do some editing and modification on your MS Office documents wherever you are. This application allows you to access all MS Office applications. All the files can be synced from your desktop to your mobile device and vice versa.
5. Cloud Connect Code. This tool is more focused for people who have files all over. You can connect to FTP sites, Dropbox and other public cloud sites by using this app. It allows for syncing of both iOS devices for PC, cloud and digital storage. It features a quick finder that automatically locates local access points.
6. Oracle Enterprise Asset Management. This app is very useful in keeping tabs on work orders that are filed and claimed plus the GPS locator will let you know where everybody on your IT team at any time. It keeps track of work and streamline your IT work schedules for IT people that needs to be on different offices.
7. WinAdmin. This will allow IT pros to diagnose and fix issues with the client’s systems without being in front of your desktop. It can also handle multiple connections to multiple PCs at the same time.
8. iMy. This is a full MySQL client for the iPhone that has the ability to generate complex queries without using a desktop. If a query is generated, this app will send it directly to a Google spreadsheet. Once the process is done , you can have it emailed.
9. Server Density. This application will let you know the exact cause of the bottlenecks in performance, track memory usage, process count, custom system reports and network traffic. It also features push notifications that will notify you about any issue.
10. IP Network Scanner. This application will help in clearing up any confusion between multiple systems and mobile devices sharing the same network connection in any enterprise that attach to any LAN access point. It will also enable you to customize names, import custom device list and run scans for troubleshooting purposes.

Choose your “weapon” nicely and carefully. Choosing the right apps for your needs will surely make your job more productive and better whenever you are. Enjoy