Core elements of asset management
Asset discovery: automatically discover all devices on the network. Configuration management: track hardware and software versions and patch status. Lifecycle management: track from procurement to retirement. Warranty management: track contracts, warranties, and expiration dates.
From manual to automatic
Manual asset spreadsheets go stale quickly as scale grows. Automated discovery continuously collects asset data via SNMP, SSH, IPMI, etc., building a real-time and accurate view of assets. Key advantages: eliminate shadow IT, ensure compliance audits are evidence-backed, predict warranty expirations, and optimize asset utilization.