Software asset management - the essential guidance to kick-start your SAM programme is here
/EINPresswire.com/ IT Governance is delighted to announce that ISO19770-1 SAM Process Guidance, published by its specialist publishing arm, ITGP, is now available to purchase through all its online bookstores. Offering a concise summary of the principles of software asset management as conveyed by ISO 19770-1: 2012, the pocket guide gives advice and guidance on how to kick-start your own SAM programme - something the Standard alone doesn't offer. Find out more at www.itgovernance.co.uk/products/3943.
ISO19770-1 SAM Process Guidance is aimed at anyone looking to gain a better understanding of the concepts of software asset management and the resulting benefits it can bring to their business.
• Chapter 1 discusses the reasons why SAM is necessary, such as preventing the use of unlicensed software and reducing the costs of licensed software.
• Chapter 2 summarises the 27 processes and activities of the ISO 19770-1 framework for addressing the management of your software assets.
• Chapter 3 provides practical advice and guidance on how to approach your own SAM programme.
• Chapters 4 and 5 give some useful tips and tricks on writing your own SAM processes, and a final conclusion and summary of the next steps to take.
The author, Rory Canavan, has a wide range of firsthand experience advising numerous companies and organisations on the best practices and principles pertaining to software asset management. This experience has been gained in both military and civil organisations, including the Royal Navy, Compaq, HP and several software vendors.
Rory comments, 'Good SAM practice provides the financial and operational basis for IT that has been missing for years. This guide launches you in the right direction to truly acknowledge your software as assets rather than liabilities.'
Alan Calder, CEO of IT Governance adds, 'Following SAM best practices provides a myriad of benefits in areas such as cost control and risk management. Using this pocket guide alongside the standard itself will truly kick-start your SAM programme and aid your organisation through the implementation of a SAM programme. Packed full of information, it's a must have reference guide to the subject.'
ISO19770-1 SAM Process Guidance can be purchased in multiple formats from:
www.itgovernance.co.uk/products/3943 (UK) for £12.95 www.itgovernanceusa.com/product/2600.aspx (US) for $15.95 and www.itgovernance.eu/p-930.aspx (EU) for €29,95
ISO19770-1 SAM Process Guidance is aimed at anyone looking to gain a better understanding of the concepts of software asset management and the resulting benefits it can bring to their business.
• Chapter 1 discusses the reasons why SAM is necessary, such as preventing the use of unlicensed software and reducing the costs of licensed software.
• Chapter 2 summarises the 27 processes and activities of the ISO 19770-1 framework for addressing the management of your software assets.
• Chapter 3 provides practical advice and guidance on how to approach your own SAM programme.
• Chapters 4 and 5 give some useful tips and tricks on writing your own SAM processes, and a final conclusion and summary of the next steps to take.
The author, Rory Canavan, has a wide range of firsthand experience advising numerous companies and organisations on the best practices and principles pertaining to software asset management. This experience has been gained in both military and civil organisations, including the Royal Navy, Compaq, HP and several software vendors.
Rory comments, 'Good SAM practice provides the financial and operational basis for IT that has been missing for years. This guide launches you in the right direction to truly acknowledge your software as assets rather than liabilities.'
Alan Calder, CEO of IT Governance adds, 'Following SAM best practices provides a myriad of benefits in areas such as cost control and risk management. Using this pocket guide alongside the standard itself will truly kick-start your SAM programme and aid your organisation through the implementation of a SAM programme. Packed full of information, it's a must have reference guide to the subject.'
ISO19770-1 SAM Process Guidance can be purchased in multiple formats from:
www.itgovernance.co.uk/products/3943 (UK) for £12.95 www.itgovernanceusa.com/product/2600.aspx (US) for $15.95 and www.itgovernance.eu/p-930.aspx (EU) for €29,95