Manage Software Assets Efficiently
If asset management was fun, everyone would be doing it. Just do it.
- All enterprises need to manage their hardware and software assets to ensure license compliance and manage the fleet, but it’s never a priority.
- Staying up-to-date with software license fees and ensuring hardware infrastructure is up to the task are asset management drivers, as well as the threat of a software audit for suspected license shortage.
- This solution set will provide guidance on how best to manage your hardware and software inventory process, plus helpful tools and practical advice on conducting an audit.
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Critical Insight
- If you can’t do asset management well, outsource it.
- For those that choose to do their own asset management, automation is an absolute must, but doesn’t absolve IT from all responsibility.
- Asset management is a process, not an event, unlike taking an inventory.
- IT leaders do the minimum because the probability of getting caught under-licensed is low, and the price for over-licensing may only be paying for licenses they don’t use vs. the cost of keeping their inventory current.
Impact and Result
- Ensure your hardware inventory is up to the challenge of operating system and software upgrade before it impacts your rollout plans.
- Avoid over-spending on software licenses or running the risk of a painful software audit.
- Target alternate licensing methods based on usage.
- Ensure assets are properly disposed.
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