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How does asset management assist in help desk operations within an organization?
How does asset management assist in help desk operations within an organization?
- By re-routing user requests to the appropriate technician based on device type.
- By providing a direct communication channel to the manufacturer for immediate tech support.
- By integrating user support tickets with specific asset details like model and serial number. (correct)
- By automatically updating the software on the problematic device.
What role does asset management play in an organization's financial management?
What role does asset management play in an organization's financial management?
- It provides data for financial reporting, particularly regarding asset depreciation. (correct)
- It directly manages vendor payments and processes invoices.
- It handles employee payroll and compensation related to asset usage.
- It automates the budget allocation process for various departments.
Why is it important for organizations to physically tag assets with asset tags?
Why is it important for organizations to physically tag assets with asset tags?
- To provide a quick reference for technicians to perform field repairs.
- To enable quick identification and database linking using methods like barcodes or RFID chips. (correct)
- To allow customers to track the organization's assets.
- To prevent theft of company resources.
How can an asset management database assist in risk management and planning?
How can an asset management database assist in risk management and planning?
What is the role of the purchasing department in the asset acquisition process?
What is the role of the purchasing department in the asset acquisition process?
Which of the following is a typical first step in the process of acquiring new assets within an organization?
Which of the following is a typical first step in the process of acquiring new assets within an organization?
Why might an organization's legal team get involved in the asset acquisition process?
Why might an organization's legal team get involved in the asset acquisition process?
What document formalizes the agreement between a company and a vendor for asset procurement?
What document formalizes the agreement between a company and a vendor for asset procurement?
After a vendor fulfills a purchase order, what document do they typically send to the company?
After a vendor fulfills a purchase order, what document do they typically send to the company?
What information in the asset management database helps determine if a failed router can be replaced quickly?
What information in the asset management database helps determine if a failed router can be replaced quickly?
Flashcards
Asset Management Goal
Asset Management Goal
To create a record of every single asset in the organization.
Asset Tag
Asset Tag
A tag physically attached to an asset with a barcode, RFID chip, or number for database identification.
Value of a Detailed Database
Value of a Detailed Database
Information on what laptop was assigned to which user. Also, information on which devices may still be under warranty.
Acquiring New Assets
Acquiring New Assets
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Purchasing Department
Purchasing Department
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Purchase Order (PO)
Purchase Order (PO)
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Study Notes
- Asset management aims to record every asset in an organization.
- IT departments may track laptops, servers, switches, routers, and cables.
- Help desks can link assets to support tickets, including model and serial number.
- Asset lists aid financial reports and depreciation tracking for financial and tax management.
- Assets often have physical tags with barcodes, RFID chips, or numbers for database lookup.
Asset Management Database
- Enables a detailed database accessible across the organization.
- Allows quick retrieval of information about a device associated with a help desk ticket
- Can indicate if a device is under warranty so that the manufacturer can be contacted for speedy replacement.
- Valuable for planning, allowing reports on upcoming licensing needs for budgeting.
Acquiring New Assets
- Most organizations have specific processes for acquiring new assets
- Usually begins with a user request including budget information.
- Requires approvals from managers or directors.
- Sent to a purchasing department to centrally negotiate with vendors and third parties
- Legal teams may be involved to finalize terms and conditions.
- A purchase order is created internally and sent to the vendor.
- The vendor fulfills the order and sends an invoice for payment.
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