Alan Bain

Alan Bain is the Vice President of Delivery for ISAM. With nearly 40 years of IT experience, he is still a baby by mainframe standards.
Enhancing Security and Compliance Through ITAM

Enhancing Security and Compliance Through ITAM

Proper IT Asset Management is critical to achieving information security and compliance goals for organizations. From planning to disposal, each step of the ITAM lifecycle provides the foundation for understanding, controlling, and protecting an organizations IT environment by enabling better risk management, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting overall cybersecurity efforts. This presentation will cover these concepts and provide ideas and thoughts on how they can be achieved in an organization

Compelling Conversations around Oracle Java Licensing

Compelling Conversations around Oracle Java Licensing

Get ready for an exciting session that dives deep into the dynamic world of Oracle Java licensing! We’ll explore the intriguing topics, conversations, and narratives that surround this issue, all from the perspective of SAM/ITAM Java advisory specialists and organizational license management. Our focus will be on understanding the real-world challenges that organizations face when making practical decisions about Oracle Java licensing. We’ll tackle issues like license complexity and exposure, different licensing models, and the fear of audits.

Teqtivity

IAITAM Provider Member At Teqtivity, we're on a mission to build the future of IT Asset Management (ITAM). We’re not the average ITAM solution; we aim to fill industry gaps by creating innovative solutions to solve industry challenges. In today’s world, all...

Diving into the Future of AI in ITAM

Diving into the Future of AI in ITAM

Robbie Plourde, USU’s Global Principal Solution Engineer, will provide a comprehensive overview of how AI is revolutionizing IT asset management (ITAM), offering practical insights into the technologies that enhance efficiency and reduce costs. Gain an in-depth understanding of ITAM AI tools and learn about upcoming innovations that will influence the future of ITAM.

Whether you’re just beginning to explore AI or seeking to expand your expertise, this webinar will provide the knowledge you need to stay at the forefront of AI in ITAM.

Transform ITAM and Drive ESG Success

Transform ITAM and Drive ESG Success

Uncover the powerful connection between ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) goals and IT asset management. This presentation will demonstrate how effective IT asset management practices can enhance sustainability, promote corporate social responsibility, and ensure robust governance. Gain insights into strategies that reduce environmental impact, advance social equity, and maintain high governance standards. Learn how to leverage your IT assets to contribute to a more sustainable and equitable future.

Prioritization with ITAM

Prioritization with ITAM

Prioritization with ITAMWith: Steele Scroggin, IAITAM Instructor How does your organization decide what to work on within ITAM? Do different areas come together to prioritize collaboratively, or is it more of a notification to the other teams after the fact? It can be...

It’s Always About the Data!

This article reviews different hard drive configurations and the need for appropriate data destruction methods, such as erasure, degaussing, or shredding, to ensure data security compliance. It stresses the importance of regularly assessing ITAD vendor practices and internal policies to keep pace with evolving storage technologies.

Careers in ITAM: Growth, Change and Future Opportunities

Careers in ITAM: Growth, Change and Future Opportunities

How can you advance your career as an IT Asset Manager? What career options can an experienced IT Asset Manager consider as they plan to grow their career? You run an ITAM program at a Fortune 500 company. What options do you have? Should you consider working as an ITAM Consultant? What are the benefits and shortcomings of working as a consultant? What if you have worked as an ITAM consultant for the past ten years? What career options should you consider next?