When it comes to your hardware spend for Windows 7, the three dreaded words are minimum hardware requirements.  And let's face it -  you either have hardware that can make it or you don't.  Most of our customers need to do some upgrades - just how many and who will get them is dependent on having a complete hardware inventory.  Everyone has a detailed list of their assets, right?  Right?

We all know that the goal of hardware asset management is to provide a visible, dependable account of IT assets, their locations and owners.  But often your best inventory intentions are thwarted by incomplete information, antiquated processes and lack of comprehensive input.  Admit it: we've all seen the bottom drawer of that newly-vacated desk with a laptop that no one knows about.

We understand that IT asset management is an involved process, one that requires a robust tracking tool, and the evaluation of existing routines through the entire life cycle of an asset, across multiple roles and groups. Still, there's no way to navigate a successful Windows 7 migration, especially one with hardware upgrades, without an accurate inventory.

Our recommendation: Decide now, before you commit to a plan, if you have the resources to follow through on a complete asset inventory. If the answer is no, you may want to think about using your Windows 7 migration as an opportunity to build a better asset management strategy.   You can start small and work toward an integrated, real-time process that will reduce help desk calls, protect your IT  investment and lay the ground work for mobile and personal device management.  

Eden Technologies has tools, experience and expertise in asset management - reach out to us at connect@edentechnologies.comif you have questions you'd like answered or if you'd like to talk in more detail.