Just ask SAM : Are you an effective software manager?

Just ask SAM

Are you an effective software manager?

Software is one of your company's most important assets, so how well are you managing it at the moment? Answer the following questions to help assess your current status

	Do you know how many PCs, laptops and servers your company currently has?
	Yes No

	Do you have a software license for all software programs installed on your PCs laptops and servers?
	Yes No

	Does your company have a Software Asset Manager or similar person?
	Yes No

	Does your company have a written policy for purchasing and copying software?
	Yes No

	Is it approved and sponsored by senior management?
	Yes No

	Does your business maintain an accurate inventory of software licenses and usage?
	Yes No

	Is your inventory held within a Software Asset Management database?
	Yes No

	Does your company regularly use software audit tools?
	Yes No

	Do your audit tools have live links to the client applications on your company's computers?
	Yes No

	Do you operate regular checks of installed software against software licenses held?
	Yes No

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