Process Template: Software Authorization and Procurement
Click to Enlarge
One of our Virtual User Group (VUG) members has kindly shared their process for authorization and procurement of software.
If you are starting to build your process from scratch or looking to refresh your existing processes I hope you find this document useful.
I have stripped away any references that might identify the company and published the document under a creative commons license. In layman’s terms this means you can share, remix or build upon this document for your own use. If you wish to publish it elsewhere please let others know where you found it!
This process is currently being used by the company for desktop software requests. Any request must be submitted via their helpdesk system and passed onto the procurement team to ascertain whether licensing is needed, and then identify the next steps required to satisfy the request whilst maintaining records and compliance.
What do you think of the process? What is being missed? Are there any areas that could be improved or made more efficient?
If you have a similar written process map that you would like to share for the benefit of others please give me a shout.
Learn more about the ITAM Review Virtual User Group here.
Can’t find what you’re looking for?
More from ITAM News & Analysis
-
The Forrester Wave SAM Solutions Report (Q1 2025)
Forrester, the US based research firm, recently released its latest SAM Solutions Wave report for Q1 2025. The report reflects its research and analysis of nine SAM providers it considers to matter the most, and scores ... -
Will 'Sustainable IT' be Caught in the Crossfire?
In the days immediately following his inauguration, President Trump and his team declared war on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs at the federal level. The impact has been felt far and wide. Many government contractors ... -
Are we ready for outcome-based pricing?
When I first joined the ITAM industry (which feels like a million years ago), the predominant licensing metric in the market was per device. So, if you have three devices, you need three licenses. Then, with ...
Podcast
ITAM training
Similar Posts
-
Will 'Sustainable IT' be Caught in the Crossfire?
In the days immediately following his inauguration, President Trump and his team declared war on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs at the federal level. The impact has been felt far and wide. Many government contractors ... -
Are we ready for outcome-based pricing?
When I first joined the ITAM industry (which feels like a million years ago), the predominant licensing metric in the market was per device. So, if you have three devices, you need three licenses. Then, with ... -
AI and ML: The Game Changers in ITAM for 2025
IT Asset Management (ITAM) is experiencing a groundbreaking evolution, heavily influenced by the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML). These cutting-edge technologies will revolutionise conventional ITAM methods while bringing both exciting possibilities and ... -
Data Management Best Practices
Effective data management is crucial for successful IT asset management. Leveraging a structured approach like the PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) cycle can help structure your efforts. This approach should be easy to integrate into the existing processes and/or ...
