To prevent message fatigue during peak CPU utilization, what is the best method for administrators?

Setting a different threshold during the batch peak time is the best method for administrators to prevent message fatigue. During periods of high CPU utilization, such as batch processing windows, the likelihood of repeated alerts increases because the system may frequently reach a typical threshold that triggers notifications. By adjusting the alert threshold specifically for these peak times, administrators can reduce the frequency of alerts without missing significant events that may require attention. This approach allows for a more tailored monitoring strategy that ensures critical notifications are still received while minimizing the potential for overwhelming administrators with excessive alerts.

The other approaches may introduce challenges. Increasing the alert time threshold to 65 minutes could lead to delays in recognizing a genuine issue, while raising the alert utilization threshold to 80% might still result in frequent notifications if CPU usage fluctuates within that range. Manually disabling monitoring during the batch job is also problematic, as it completely removes visibility into potential critical issues that may occur, defeating the purpose of monitoring. Thus, adjusting the threshold during peak times strikes a balance between maintaining oversight and avoiding notification fatigue.