Efficient and practical IT asset management

Especially with the growth of hybrid and mobile computing, automatic recording of endpoint details makes it easy to maintain current and accurate IT and OT inventories. Connected devices and network equipment can be identified via standard protocols so only offline or shielded devices need to be entered manually.

Highly detailed inventories increase management flexibility and value. IT admins can search, view and manage endpoints by general, customized or highly specific variables such as firmware version, acquisition date and cost, physical location and others. This saves time and enables meaningful IT and executive reporting.

Including license data in inventories makes it easy to track software installations and subscriptions, avoid over- or under-licensing, and meet audit and compliance requirements without stress. Application usage tracking lets IT admins monitor user uptake and identify unused or rarely used software to save costs.

Mobile devices require careful management and tracking. Lost or stolen smartphones, tablets and laptops can easily fall into the wrong hands and are more susceptible to unauthorized use by hybrid and mobile employees. Work and private profiles on BYOD devices ensure clear and consistent separation of personal and business apps and data while protecting user privacy.

Asset management is not an end in itself. When data on existing assets is collected and inventoried, it enables informed risk management. This makes it easy to identify particularly vulnerable endpoints and their dependencies. Based on this, network segmentation, isolation or other appropriate action can then be taken to minimize security risk in operations.