Software Asset Management (SAM)

Manage IT software assets effectively with inMorphis Software Asset Management (SAM). We focus on a modern, practical approach to establish a valuable SAM function in your business, offering transparency into your environment and compliance status. Our SAM practices reduce software compliance risks, improve IT procurement efficiency, and enhance overall agility in your IT department.

Software Asset Management (SAM)

In-Depth Capability and Proficiency of ServiceNow SAM

Assessing SAM Maturity
Navigating the complexity of software and devices within your organization requires a strategic approach. We begin by benchmarking your Software Asset Management maturity, guiding you through phases to kickstart your asset management journey.

Compliance, Agility and Efficiency (CAE)
Streamline organization-wide asset management and harmonize compliance processes. Focus efforts on your top 5 or 10 high-value or high-risk software publishers for significant leverage. We manage by prioritizing.

Auditing
Audit to know what you have and to remain compliant. Here we provide scanning functionality, inventory management, Data delta management, internal/external audit ready, and compliance check.

Select Relevant Tooling
It is a combination of People, processes, and Technology. We understand your inventory, network, and choose the right SAM and license management tools. These tools interpret entitlement vs discovery feed, facilitating reconciliation.

Efficiency and Automation through Smarter Processes
Inventory Verification, Licensing records verification, request process, reclaim process, change management process, asset registry, contract database for your lifecycle view of IT assets.

Maintaining Audit Ready Status
Attain an 'audit ready' status for key software publishers, showcasing control, visibility, and a commitment to compliance management.

Cost Optimization
With ServiceNow SAM, we assist cost centers in making informed decisions for potential savings, and to avoid software wastage with our publisher expertise services.

inMorphis Software Asset Management (SAM) – Unique Value Proposition

Inventory Verification
A process for verifying whether inventory records are exhaustive and accurate.

Licensing Records Verification
A process for verifying if procurement history and licensing records are exhaustive and accurate.

Request Process
Streamlining and automating the way new software is requested, approved and license records are updated - Example - from a request for a copy of Microsoft Project through to a copy of SQL Server on a virtual machine in the datacentre.

Reclaim Process
A proactive process of identifying which software assets are in use and pooling them back into stock for fulfilling new requests.

Change Management Process
Monitoring the change management process for any changes that might involve licensing issues or infringements on contractual rights.

How ServiceNow and SAM integration works

Real-Time Transparency
Integrating ServiceNow with Software Asset Management ensures real-time data synchronization. This provides all stakeholders with the latest information on software assets and compliance metrics, promoting transparency.

Automated SAM Processes
Integrate routine tasks like license tracking and compliance checks in ServiceNow, automating workflows to save time and minimize errors. Scheduled tasks, such as license renewals, enhance operational efficiency.

Streamlined Tracking and Compliance
Seamless integration provides efficient tracking of asset changes and compliance status. This centralized system ensures accuracy and quick responses to compliance issues during audits.

How do you Create a Software Asset Management Strategy?

How ServiceNow SAM Benefits Your Business

Removing unused software
Getting rid of unused software reduces maintenance costs, allowing for more efficient resource allocation and reducing expenses associated with unnecessary software.

Fulfilling new software requests from unused stockpiles
Utilize unused stockpiles to fulfill new software requests without additional spending. It's a cost-effective way to provide needed software while avoiding unnecessary purchases.

Optimization of Existing Assets
It involves making strategic changes to your software infrastructure. By modifying architecture, configurations, or versions, organizations can save money while still meeting business requirements.

Improving the End-User Experience
Streamline software lifecycle processes for faster access to needed software. These simplified procedures contribute to improved productivity and user satisfaction within the organization.

Improving Major IT Decision-Making Through Reliable Asset Data
Reliable asset data empowers organizations to make informed IT decisions. It aids in deciding whether to move workloads to the cloud, virtualize, or undertake other transformative initiatives.

Cost Optimization Publisher
Cost optimization on a publisher-wise basis is crucial for effective asset management. It helps organizations save money by aligning software investments with actual usage and needs.