I'm curious about how others handle asset management in their teams. Specifically, I'd love to know what systems or tools you're using, and how much of that process is automated. Right now, I maintain an asset inventory manually, and it's becoming quite a hassle and often outdated. Any recommendations for better solutions?
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I've found that using GLPI with the native inventory plugin is super helpful. You can self-host it for free, and it keeps track of most items automatically once you set it up. Plus, it’s open-source! Check it out on GitHub if you're interested.
If you’re looking for something more structured, using a Configuration Management Database with automation tools can really streamline the process. It keeps everything updated without manual input.
Sounds great! Are there any specific tools you recommend for this?
In my K-12 district, we integrate our asset management within our ticketing system. This way, all staff devices are tracked, and it ties into our library system for easy checkouts. This system helps avoid confusion and keeps everything centralized, which has worked well for us.
That sounds smart! It's great to hear how you intersect those systems.
We use Snipe-IT, and while we don’t automate much of the process—only creating new users—we prefer to keep our inventory management pretty hands-on. It gives us better control over our assets.
That makes sense! Sometimes keeping it manual lets you catch issues more easily.
That sounds interesting! Can you set up multiple users and assign assets to them?