Device inventory management in the IT industry involves tracking and managing all hardware devices within an organization. This includes computers, laptops, servers, networking equipment, mobile devices, and other physical assets that make up the organization’s IT infrastructure.
Effective IT inventory management ensures accurate records of device details, locations, and conditions. This is crucial for optimizing resource utilization, maintaining security, and ensuring compliance:
- Identification: The process begins by identifying all devices utilized within the organization.
- Tracking: Once devices are identified, they are cataloged with detailed information, including device name, model, serial number, location, assigned user, warranty information, and other relevant details.
- Monitoring and updates: The inventory database is regularly updated to reflect changes such as device additions, removals, upgrades, or relocations, ensuring all devices are current and secure.
- Lifecycle management: This involves managing the entire lifecycle of devices, from procurement to disposal. It includes tracking warranties and maintenance contracts.
Adding your devices to the inventory list #
When you enroll your devices in Applivery, they are automatically added to your inventory list. By clicking on any item, a right-side menu will open, allowing you to edit fields related to hardware, network, purchase, and lifecycle, as well as add other relevant information.
Additionally, you can add items that cannot be enrolled within the platform but are part of your device ecosystem, such as monitors, keyboards, printers, and other devices, by importing a CSV file through the button (1). You will be able to review the document to ensure the data is accurate and error-free. Once confirmed, you can upload the file to begin the import process.
