My Courses

  • 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…

  • Navigating the Basel Convention: Preparing ITAD for New E-Waste Regulations

    Navigating the Basel Convention: Preparing ITAD for New E-Waste Regulations

    The Basel Convention’s recent amendments will profoundly impact the IT asset disposition (ITAD) industry as global regulations tighten. This presentation will explore how the expanded definition of hazardous waste and stricter export regulations will challenge IT asset managers. Attendees will learn about the operational and financial implications, including increased recycling costs and the need for…

  • How does Hardware Asset Management Support Cybersecurity?

    How does Hardware Asset Management Support Cybersecurity?

    I have noticed recently the increase in discussions with industry professionals and the awareness of the impact of a documented ITAM process as it relates to Cyber Security Practices….. Duhhhh, About Time!!!!! As Dr. Barb says, you can’t secure what you don’t know you have! Hardware management is a core competency of ITAM.

  • Why a Strong Software Request Process Matters

    Why a Strong Software Request Process Matters

    In today’s business environment, a seamless software request process is crucial for IT Asset Managers to empower teams, maintain security, and ensure smooth operations. It’s not just about approvals—it’s a vital business enabler.

  • Implementing IAITAM’s 12 KPAs

    Implementing IAITAM’s 12 KPAs

    Is your organization mired in uncertainty, lack of cooperation and understanding or are you driving cost and risks out of your distributed computing model and creating value for your end-users and business? Data security in a circular economy and sustainability initiatives can only be achieved by “starting with the end in mind”. Find out how…

  • The Inter-Dependency of ITAM & Data Management

    The Inter-Dependency of ITAM & Data Management

    This article underscores the importance of lifecycle management policies, processes, and compliance in ensuring data security and enabling digital transformation. Proper IT asset lifecycle management reduces IT operation costs and enhances data security, thereby optimizing technology investments and supporting competitive advantage.

  • Seven Reasons Why SAM Tool Implementations Fail

    Seven Reasons Why SAM Tool Implementations Fail

    SAM Tools are designed to help organizations optimize their software usage and compliance. The tool vendors claim they can save you millions. However, sometimes SAM tools fail to deliver the expected benefits. How can you save your multi-million dollar SAM Tool investment from going bust? What can you learn from other failed implementations? In this…

  • Myths and Realities of IT Financial Optimization

    Myths and Realities of IT Financial Optimization

    In the realm of Information Technology (IT), financial optimization is a constant challenge. However, many myths and realities need to be demystified.