Alan Bain
Navigating Software Contractual Terms
A Software License Agreement is a contract between a vendor and a customer that outlines how software can and cannot be used. Below are some examples.
AI and Machine Learning: The Next Big Thing in ITAM?
In the rapidly changing technological environment of today, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a hot topic in many industries.
Basel Amendment: New E-Waste Rules Disrupt IT Asset Management
The Basel Amendment’s e-waste regulations will force IT asset managers to rethink disposal strategies, as stricter export rules and compliance hurdles
The Importance of Tracking Usage
Different perspectives mainly focused on the optimization of cost, specifically optimization of cost tied to the actual usage of software and licenses
Building Bridges, Collaborating and Discovering Assets to Identify
It can be as simple as starting conversations with plant, mills and satellite office staffs by asking “What keeps you up at night?”
The Rapidly Growing Dilemma of E-Waste
This ITAK article covers the rapidly growing issue of electronic, biotech and medical equipment waste, impacting our landfills.
Panning for Gold: Software Renewals Matter
In just making sure that renewals go downstream and get processed on time, your ITAM program is missing some SAM opportunities.
Navigating Risk Management in IT Asset Disposition (ITAD)
The complexity of IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) extends beyond merely disposing of outdated or unused IT equipment.
Improving Support to Increase ROI
Now that many organizations have shifted to hybrid or work-from-home models, their approach to IT asset management needs to shift as well.
Erase Data Remotely for Safeguarding Your Organization from Data Breach Risks
Remote data erasure enables organizations to securely erase data from endpoint devices used by the remote workforce to mitigate data breach risks.