Key Concepts Definitions of ISO 19770 | ISO 19770

The key ITAM and ISO/IEC 19770 terms:

Software and their usage rights (entitlements) are managed for compliance and lifecycle tracking.
IT components (CIs) are tracked in a CMDB to support service and change management.
Identifies and catalogs IT assets to maintain accurate inventories and ensure compliance.

ITAM includes hardware, software, and data; SAM focuses only on software.

ITAM optimizes overall IT value; SAM ensures software compliance and cost-effectiveness.

ITAM tracks physical/financial aspects; SAM manages licenses and usage rights.

ITAM addresses physical loss/theft; SAM mitigates licensing/audit non-compliance risks.

ITAM involves inventory/disposal; SAM involves license reconciliation and optimization.

ITAM uses broad discovery tools; SAM requires specialized license management software.

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