Why implement an IT Asset Tracking Solution?
If you have been running your business for some time now, chances are you have probably found yourself at a loss when it comes to your IT equipment. Businesses often lack the necessary insights into their IT equipment usage and maintenance and hence base important decisions like procurement, budget allocation and asset retirement on guesswork and run-time needs. Consequently, these businesses end up either over- or under-spending on their IT equipment and frequently lose track of their valuable assets. They also run the risks of incorrect audit reports that expose them to huge fines. This is why you need an effective IT asset tracking strategy that can help track valuable KPIs and keep tabs on IT equipment. This guide will detail the basic steps that need to be taken when implementing an IT asset management solution. Continue reading
Not too long ago, mobile phones were used just as a medium of communication. The handsets were ridiculously large and hardly capable of doing anything other than making calls. But for the past couple of years, mobile phone technology has progressed by leaps and bounds. From accessing the internet to taking photos and making videos, technology has come a long way. And with the advent of smartphones, we’ve truly stepped into 21st century functionality.
QRCodes are a great tool for accessing pertinent data, given that the information has been encoded into the QRCode. For normal inventory tracking, EZOfficeInventory has always allowed direct access to data for logged in users who scan QRCodes. But what about assets that get lost and are found by a stranger. Chances of a stranger returning a lost item are slim to none when an item is found in an open environment e.g. a food court, a mall’s restroom etc.