2-Day Hardware Asset Management Course and 3rd Day Certification Review and Test There are so many ways that Hardware Asset Management can benefit the organization.  In today’s economy and the reduction of  IT budgets, finding those savings are more important then ever. Organizations that had never heard of asset management are now educating their staffs and implementing the business practices in order to maximize every dollar spent.  The best measure of success for the Hardware Asset Manager is capturing these savings and showing the percentage of total IT hardware budget that was freed up to fund other projects in the corporation. Corporate Member Price: $1,245.00 Member Certification Price: $250.00 Prices are dependant upon Membership Level   Enroll today in the following CHAMP courses: September 10-12, 2008 in Chicago, IL  September 17-19, 2008 in Las Vegas, NV  October 13-14 in Marco Island, FL  December 10-12, 2008 in Marco Island, FL  Complete Schedule of Knowledge Events The International Association of IT Asset Managers’ 2-Day Certified Hardware Asset Management Professional Course focuses on the lifecycle processes for managing hardware assets effectively.  Through each step in the lifecycle of hardware assets, the unique business issues for the IT Asset Manager are presented, including hardware aspects to standards, contracts, policies, savings opportunities and tools available to help automate processes.  Students review the current state of Hardware Asset Management practices and discuss the drivers for change, including legislation and cost savings.  The best practices for IT Asset Management will be presented from the hardware perspective, and complement the knowledge gained in the CSAM and CITAM courses.  Upon completion of the 2-day course, trainees are given a review followed by testing to become Certified Hardware Asset Management Professional.  Upon passage of the course testing program, the trainee will be awarded full CHAMP Certification.  The certification test is given on the afternoon of the 3rd day for those wishing to gain certification. *Dates and specific content are subject to change, reflecting the dynamic evolution of industry activities. IAITAM is not responsible for costs associated with cancellations. All IAITAM courses and content are proprietary and confidential. Enroll Today This intense, 2-day learning experience features content on the following real world topics: Hardware License and Agreements Negotiations Hardware Maintenance Contract Management Hardware Contract Management Techniques Centralized and Decentralized Receiving Models Use of PDA's/Scanners with Barcoding Asset Tagging Lifecycle Management - Developing IMAC Processes & Procedures Utilizing HR/Call Center Coordination Inventory Management Discovery & Repository Tools Working with Fixed Assets Redeployment of Assets Disposal of Assets & Surrounding Legal Issues Leased Assets Organizational Influences of Managing Assets Systems Integration Measuring Success and Total Cost of Ownership