Feature Overview for Systems Management Server 1.1 Details on how Systems Management Server provides easier operation for administrators so they can spend less time managing and configuring their network, and more time on other projects, improved control so that administrators have more options to configure the system the way they choose, enhanced interoperability to support the latest operating systems and several other important standards. Upcoming Release of Systems Management Server 1.2 Scheduled to go into beta later this year, this update will provide key improvements to help manage Windows-based desktops more efficiently. Learn more about the new features and answers to some common questions.