The ITAM Executive: A Podcast for IT Asset Management Professionals

A lot of the talk in our industry focuses on the big picture at the expense of digging into the nuts and bolts of ITAM.That’s why in this episode, we’re presenting a practical, hands-on approach. This is what you should be doing operationally to bridge the gap between your asset function and the business.Our guide will be Kylie Fowler, Expert Consultant for ITAM & FinOps at ITAM Intelligence, and she will explain how to drive change from the inside.Join us as we discuss:Why clarity on the value the organization delivers is so importantHow ITAM’s role is evolvingWhy IT asset managers needs to switch from broadcast mode to receiving mode3 questions you should start asking tomorrowDig into more insights from ITAM executives by subscribing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for The ITAM Executive in your favorite podcast player.

IBM sent out a notification warning of a recently identified vulnerability allowing unauthenticated remote access via the Log4j Java library. This flaw affects the VM Manager Tool within BigFix Inventory and ILMT and is typically only installed on the main BigFix Server. Updating to Log4J 2.16.0 is required to patch the issue. Listen to Anglepoint's Sr. Director of SAM Tech & IT, Jeremy Pratt, to better understand how to remedy the issue. To learn more, visit Anglepoint.org/log4j

There are many organizations that are new to the SAM space. They don’t have the licensing logic or the time to conduct the work themselves, especially given the sheer amount of documentation and rules one needs to go through.But these rules are fixed—and thus, they can be translated into code.In this episode, Chris Allen, Co-Founder and Chief of Sales at Licenseware, shares how his company is creating an ecosystem of automation that can remove 60-70% of the workload of a SAM or ITAM professional.We discuss:The idea that launched LicensewareHow licensing automation worksThe community they hope to build around SAM/ITAM automation Dig into more insights from ITAM executives by subscribing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for The ITAM Executive in your favorite podcast player.

Cloud infrastructure can provide major benefits versus traditional on-prem environments — namely, scalability and flexibility. But to take full advantage of these benefits in the cloud and not expose your organization to additional risks, there needs to be a mindset shift in how you build and manage your environment.Jesse Stockall, Chief Architect at Snow Software and a thought leader in cloud management and DevOps automation, joins the show to discuss what companies should be doing to fully leverage infrastructure-as-a-service.We discuss:The differences between cloud and on-prem infrastructureCloud resource management and workload optimizationThe importance of executive level buy-inWhat companies should start and stop doing with regard to cloud managementDig into more insights from ITAM executives by subscribing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for The ITAM Executive in your favorite podcast player.

“Mainframe is dead.”That is not an uncommon phrase heard in our industry.But reports of its death have been greatly exaggerated.In fact, if you were to look behind the curtain of our modern surge in cutting-edge technologies, you’d find that everything traces back to the mainframe.Bill Vitiello, Co-Founder Direct Computer Resources, Inc. (DCR) DataVantage Software Solutions, joins the show to explain how the mainframe plays a critical role in successfully managing IT assets.We discuss:Why mainframe is here to stayBest practices and challenges around mainframe licensingSavings derived from successful management of mainframe licensingThe importance of a proactive and collaborative approach Dig into more insights from ITAM executives by subscribing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts..Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for The ITAM Executive in your favorite podcast player.

Sub-capacity licensing is the most common area where IBM customers get penalized during an audit. Hundreds of millions of dollars in audit findings could be avoided if only customers truly understood IBM sub-capacity terms and what it takes to qualify for sub-capacity.In this episode, Scott Warren, Manager at Anglepoint specializing in IBM Software Asset Management (SAM), breaks down everything you need to know.Topics covered:What is sub-capacity licensing?3 ways to qualify for sub-capacity licensingWhat is the IBM License Metric Tool (ILMT) and how do you use it?5 reasons why ILMT is not a one-stop shop Reach out to Scott at scott.warren@anglepoint.com. Dig into more insights from ITAM executives by subscribing on Apple Podcasts,Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts..Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for The ITAM Executive in your favorite podcast player.

New technologies — cloud, containers, and SaaS platforms — are proliferating at an exponential rate. For ITAM practitioners to track and manage these technologies effectively, advanced solutions like AI and automation are necessary.In this episode, we speak with Trent Allgood, Director at Anglepoint | ISO ITA M Standards Secretary, about how to get started with automation and AI.We discuss:- How AI relates to ITAM- Use cases for automation and AI- What organizations should start doingDig into more insights from ITAM executives by subscribing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for The ITAM Executive in your favorite podcast player.

There’s a school of thought within ITAM that believes you don’t have to track hardware assets. It’s often in reference to endpoints — mobile devices, laptops, and desktops.  But in this episode, Kimberly Kamsickas, ITAM Program Man ager at Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, explains why tracking hardware can save companies money and how to go about doing it. We discuss: - Why you should be tracking hardware assets - Recommended tools for asset management - Having a lifecycle view of asset management - Measuring the success of your HAM program and showing ROI - Improving yourself as an asset manager  Learn more about ITAM certifications at iaitam.org. Reach out to Kimberly at kkamsickas@tristategt.org.    Dig into more insights from ITAM executives by subscribing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wh erever you listen to podcasts..  Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for The ITAM Executive in your favorite podcast player.

So many companies across every vertical mistakenly believe that an ITAM tool will be the silver bullet for all their problems. But a tool alone won’t solve the underlying issues plaguing your organization. In this episode, we speak with Chris Hayes, an all-around ITAM expert and Manager of the SAM Program Design Group at Anglepoint, about wh at is actually needed to launch a successful, long-term ITAM program. We discuss: - Why a successful ITAM program relies on people, processes, and technology - The initial steps for setting up an ITAM program - Advice for SAM managers stuck in a silo or misaligned within their organization - How to approach publisher prioritization - Considerations around audit risk and compliance Dig into more insights from ITAM executives by subscribing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for The ITAM Executive in your favorite podcast player.

So many companies across every vertical mistakenly believe that an ITAM tool will be the silver bullet for all their problems. But a tool alone won’t solve the underlying issues plaguing your organization. In this episode, we speak with Chris Hayes, an all-around ITAM expert and Manager of the SAM Program Design Group at Anglepoint, about what is actually needed to launch a successful, long-term ITAM program. We discuss: - Why a successful ITAM program relies on people, processes, and technology - The initial steps for setting up an ITAM program - Advice for SAM managers stuck in a silo or misaligned within their organization - How to approach publisher prioritization - Considerations around audit risk and compliance Dig into more insights from ITAM executives by subscribing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wh erever you listen to podcasts. Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for The ITAM Executive in your favorite podcast player.