How should entities be handled during the data audit phase of requirements gathering?

During the data audit phase of requirements gathering for Splunk IT Service Intelligence (ITSI), it's crucial to identify and record the meta-data for entities, focusing on information (info) and aliases. This step involves understanding and documenting the key attributes and identifiers that describe each entity, such as host names, IP addresses, device types, or other relevant characteristics. These attributes are used to categorize and uniquely identify entities within ITSI, enabling more effective mapping of data to services and KPIs. By meticulously recording this meta-data, organizations ensure that their ITSI implementation is aligned with their specific monitoring needs and infrastructure, facilitating accurate service modeling and event management. This practice is foundational for setting up ITSI to reflect the actual IT environment, enhancing the relevance and effectiveness of the monitoring and analysis capabilities.