an automated monitor monitors one or more resource parameters in a logical partition running a database application in a logically partitioned data processing host . the monitor initiates dynamic logical partition reconfiguration in the event that the parameters vary from predetermined parameter values . in particular , the monitor can initiate removal of resources if one of the resource parameters is being underutilized and initiate addition of resources if one of the resource parameters is being overutilized . the monitor can also calculate an amount of resources to be removed or added . the monitor can interact directly with a dynamic logical partition reconfiguration function of the data processing host or it can utilize an intelligent intermediary that listens for a partition reconfiguration suggestion from the monitor . in the latter configuration , the listener can determine where available resources are located and attempt to fully or partially satisfy the resource needs suggested by the monitor .