Hardware asset management is the process of managing the components of computers, networks, and systems. This lifecycle process starts with acquisition, is maintained through maintenance, and completes with the hardware’s disposal.
This article from CIO discusses several trends that are drawing increased attention to hardware asset management. This is an article by network inventory advisor that summarizes the five best hardware inventory tools on the market. This example policy from NOAA addresses requirements for an inventory of physical and logical components that make up an information system. This article from The ITAM Review discusses how organizations can use HAM to save money.
ITAM is a centralized approach to managing IT systems and assets. A strong ITAM strategy will help you oversee and optimize the wide range of technology at the heart of your business. This document provides assessment guidance for conducting Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) assessments for Level 1. This document provides assessment guidance for conducting Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) assessments for Level 2. This is blog on how to configure an IT Asset Management system and what it provides for an organization based on NIST’s guide for ITAM. This NIST Special Publication discusses how to establish an effective IT Asset Management solution. The purpose of this publication is to provide procedures for assessing the CUI requirements in NIST Special Publication 800-171. This link from US-Cert provides a guide to assist organizations with visibility into the hardware devices operating on their network(s), so they can manage and defend them in an appropriate manner.