IT Operations Glossary

What is Availability?

The proportion of time a system or asset is operational and usable, often expressed as a percentage or in "nines" (e.g. 99.9%).

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How Often Should You Audit IT Assets?

Asset audit frequency recommendations — quarterly, semi-annual, and annual schedules.

Asset Management vs. Excel: Why Spreadsheets Fail at Scale

Excel is free and familiar — until it is not. Learn the breaking points of spreadsheet-based asset tracking and what to use instead.

How to Build an IT Asset Disposal Policy That Auditors Love

Disposing of old laptops is not just about finding a scrap dealer. Learn how to create a disposal policy that satisfies auditors, protects data, and stays compliant.

How to Track Every Piece of Equipment

No idea where your assets are? Here is how to build a complete asset registry from scratch.

How to Stop Losing Track of Company Laptops

Every company loses track of laptops. Here is how to fix it permanently with structured asset tracking.

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