Information Technology Asset Knowledge
IAITAM’s industry articles acts as a powerful and much-needed source of information for ITAM professionals to expand their own knowledge and to participate in the building of the profession. IAITAM welcomes industry experts to submit an article to ITAK.
vITAD: The Evolution of IT Asset Disposition
The ITAD industry is evolving to include a new list of criteria and expectations to meet these needs with value-added IT asset disposition, or vITAD.
How to build a best practice asset repository and live an IAITAM way of life
Ivanti allows organizations to follow the IAITAM best practice approach with tools for ITAM, discovery, and procurement.
The Point Is The Purpose Of It All
As SAM Professionals we have a responsibility to keep the discipline alive, relevant, and growing. Attracting talent is one of the major concerns.
Future of Specialty Software Licensing and Software
Will we see a full move to the Browser and Cloud? Which licensing models will become available? How do we keep our software licenses under control?
ITAM’ing Lifecycles
Are you struggling with End-of-Support/Life forecasting?
Navigating Open Source Licensing in IT Asset Management
ITAM needs to ensure they have appropriate oversight and collaboration with open source licensing and the software development lifecycle.
Does your organization’s technology measure up?
With so much technology available, how does yours measure up? Review your digital strategy to maximize your technology and ensure it makes an impact.
Unknown data center risk: What it is and how to avoid it
Learn how to identify data center licensing pitfalls – and get top tips to prevent, manage, and remediate them.
Understanding Your Oracle Java Licensing Costs in 2023
The way in which you pay for Oracle Java has dramatically changed, with many customers now required to license every employee within their business.
The IT Auditor’s Secret Weapon
IT auditors face new challenges in ensuring the security and compliance of their organizations’ systems.
C-Suite’s Guide to People, Process, Performance & Job Stress
C-suite leaders are under increasing pressure to run their teams and organizations efficiently, particularly in a post-pandemic environment.
Multigenerational Workforce Tug-o-war! Can’t We All Just Get Along?
This may be the first time in history that five generations are working simultaneously.
Transforming Education with Sustainable IT Asset Disposition and Affordable Refurbished and Recertified Devices
Discover how repurposed IT assets are transforming education by bridging the digital divide, promoting inclusivity, and driving sustainability.
The Scope of IT Asset Management: Summary Results of the 2018-2020 IAITAM Practitioner Surveys
The Scope of IT Asset Management: Summary Results of the 2018-2020 Practitioner Surveys By IAITAM The practitioner survey for the IT Asset Management (ITAM) profession provides data on how successful the profession, the ITAM program and the individuals in the...
Democratizing ITAD
One year ago, Arrow Electronics announced it was abruptly exiting the IT asset disposition business. The news sent shockwaves through the echo chamber of our ITAD industry.
Dumped by your ITAD Provider? Lessons Learned From an Expert
The recent announcement by Arrow Electronics to “wind-down (its) personal computer and mobility asset disposition business” comes as a shock to many in the industry, including myself. Arrow was recognized as a market leader that grew by acquiring some of the best independent ITAD processors in the industry. Arrow isn’t the only one that’s exited the business and left its clients hanging – others have gone bankrupt, closed facilities, or have had executives charged with criminal offenses.
ITAM Team – A Story About My Team’s Transformation
ITAM Team - A Story About My Team's Transformation By Dayle Keyes What is the make-up of your ITAM team – Here is my team’s transformation story Probably the most common topic of discussion within ITAM is: “What is the make-up of the ideal ITAM team?” These...
Fits like a Glove: Top 10 Must-Do’s for your SAM Program
Fits like a Glove: Top 10 Must-Do’s for your SAM Program By Bill Talbot Over the years, I’ve seen the good, the bad and the ugly from many SAM solutions. Using the lessons I’ve learned as a guide, I’d like to help you identify the best solution for your enterprise SAM...
The Final Check-Out: 8 Lessons Learned from 8,000 Projects
Experience with clients across a wide variety of industries has taught us that effective corporate ITAD programs contain common characteristics.
Empowering People, Process and Technology – Case Study of a Successful Game Changer in ITAM Data Quality and Affordability
Empowering People, Process and Technology – Case Study of a Successful Game Changer in ITAM Data Quality and AffordabilityBy: John McConnell & Karen BryantIn today’s world, IT hardware assets in every company are multiplying quickly, and the compliance...
Data Breach Prevention Driver for Disposal – IT Asset Disposition Diligence Starts Day-One
Last January, Coca-Cola admitted to the theft of an unspecified number of laptops containing personal information on approximately 74,000 individuals, including social security numbers, driving license details, salaries, and ethnicity.