IT Asset Management Project

This project is concerned with the management of staff IT assets at the university

We are centralising IT asset procurement with supporting budget provision. Standardising our IT assets and managing them centrally will achieve many benefits. These include improved information security, cost savings, and greater support of mobile working.

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Key deliverables

Simplicity of system access and usage, high levels of security and speed of issue resolution are among our key goals.

Our key deliverables include:

Laptop first policy with all laptops being less than 5 years old
Centralised IT procurement and supporting budget provision
New centralised IT asset management system
Teams in ILS managing IT assets during their full lifecycle and ensuring that they are secure
Enhanced remote user support including remote configuration and setup of laptops
LapSafes for staff and hourly paid lecturers to borrow laptops where required

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Project benefits

Personal benefits include:

Flexible working: making working from home easier. Docking stations and monitors on campus will enable easier work across our sites.
Compatibility: using a single device gives you the same experience at home and at the office. You will have the same access to software and applications both off and on campus.
Security: centrally managed devices improve data and system security and reduce risk, especially data protection.
Prevent downtime when replacement is required: We will keep track of device lifecycles and warranty periods. You won't need to request a new device as the IT asset team will set up devices ready to be swapped after the 5-year period.
Enhanced support with managed devices: If you encounter any technical issues while using a work laptop at home, you will be able to receive an enhanced service. If your laptop needs to be inspected or repaired, you will have access to temporary replacement laptops. This will enable you to continue your work seamlessly.