Asset Management

Hi,
I have found that MS Access has various templates, and have used the assets one quite effectively.
There are several versions, the one I found best is the one that cames with Access 97, though a quick look at the 2000 and 2003 templates "on my computer" "Asset management" appear to be similar.

I use access, domino and visual basic to get the info I need out.

I also use an auction company to get rid of the older systems. We wack the hard drives, ensure that there is not technology that can not be used elsewhere in the company, and have them auction the stuff off.

I also went and got my auctioneers license - so I can do it myself on a Saturday.

Look for products like Altiris.
www.altiris.com

They offer all their solutions from Asset Mgt, Helpdesk, Client and Server, Security Management solutions that all integrate into the central web consiole with SQL backend.

It means you can purchase any solution and add more as your business expands or the requirement arises.

ITIL verified, Central CMDB, Modular, central reporting, 100s of canned reports and ability to customize reports etc.

Anyway, there are plenty of tools out there. You need to find the right people to scope, design and implement solutions to your requirements utilizing;

1. People
2. Processes
3. Technology

Good luck

James
james@q-armada.com