System Center Operations Manager (SCOM) is a monitoring tool developed by Microsoft that helps IT professionals oversee the health and performance of their IT infrastructure. It provides real-time insights into servers, applications, and network devices, allowing organizations to detect and resolve issues quickly. SCOM supports a wide range of platforms, including Windows and Linux, and integrates with other System Center products for comprehensive management. Its customizable dashboards and alerts enable users to monitor system performance effectively, ensuring that critical services remain operational and minimizing downtime.