What are the best ways to track IT assets in multiple manufacturing facilities?

You should aim to have all your assets in the CMDB. Every time someone requests equipment, make that an opportunity to update the database. If some local employees handle the stock at different locations, ensure they are trained and equipped to maintain records effectively. Implementing a good system now will save you headaches in the long run!

You might want to consider installing an asset management agent on all your devices. We use PDQ Inventory as our main hub for tracking. It allows you to script automated reports that can show when devices change locations or if users are changing frequently. This way, if someone takes an asset and doesn’t notify you, you can catch it when it drops off the inventory. It’s also helpful for documentation and reclaiming unused devices.

It sounds like you really need a robust asset management system or CMDB (Configuration Management Database). The key issue seems to be how your current processes aren't reflecting the actual status of your equipment. It's crucial that whenever IT staff move or assign an asset, they also update the records right then and there. If that's not happening, it might mean your team needs better training on these processes. Maybe look into integrating some additional tools to gather data points like from Intune or RMM systems to get a clearer picture of asset movements.

Tracking assets in manufacturing can get messy fast! When equipment is being shifted around multiple plants, it’s easy for things to fall through the cracks. Often, missing items during audits can be due to a lack of logging when they’re moved or simply misplaced during the process. Invest in better tracking and your life will be much easier.

While I get that you want a solution beyond manual scanning, let me be real: people actually scanning barcodes is still part of the deal. Depending on your location, the responsibility often falls on branch offices to keep track of assets. If something goes missing, you can trace it back to when it was logged, but after that, it’s up to them to manage it properly.