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5 Favorable FirstBase Alternatives For IT Asset Management

In today’s world, effective IT asset management is a key driving factor for optimizing resources, controlling costs, and mitigating risks in an IT organization. FirstBase, a commonly used ITAM software for IT hardware asset management, may not serve the needs of all organizations. This article explores the five common FirstBase alternatives, to help find a…
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What Is a CRO’s Role in IT Asset Management and IT Logistics?

Remote work is now a permanent after-effect of COVID. The Chief Remote Officer (CRO) exists to manage the remote workforce in many senses, from their well-being, productivity, policies, team building, and their IT.  The CRO often takes on or collaborates with the CTO or COO on IT asset management and IT logistics tasks, equipping new…
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Beyond Onboarding & Offboarding: 5 Solutions to Fix Remote Work Pitfalls

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Surprise Remote Onboarding Expenses (and How to Avoid Them)

Discover the true cost of remote onboarding with IT equipment, including a detailed cost breakdown. Learn how Dots simplifies the process. Try a demo today!
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Managing IT Procurement: Increasing Efficiency and Savings with the Right Tools

Imagine trying to build a house without a blueprint… Materials are delivered haphazardly, costs spiral out of control, and deadlines slip through the cracks. For many businesses, managing IT procurement operations feels pretty much the same. Equipment requests pile up, vendor contracts are scattered, and hidden costs pop up when least expected. The result? Wasted…
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Best Ways to Avoid IT Bottlenecks During Remote Onboarding

In a normal world, starting a new job should be exciting, not frustrating. Unfortunately, for remote employees, this process usually begins with delays, technical issues and missing equipment. They can’t dive into their roles since they have to chase IT approvals and wait for laptops first.  Remote onboarding presents some unique challenges for IT and…
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ITAM? Dots IT Logistics Goes the Extra Mile… Literally

The tech world is undoubtedly fast-paced, so IT managers typically have to juggle the complexities of IT logistics and efficient IT asset management (ITAM).  ITAM is all about licensing, asset lifecycle management, and compliance, while logistics and procurement are where ITAM systems often fall short. These systems often lack an integrated approach and operate as…
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The Ultimate IT Logistics Checklist for Scaling Without Stress

The expansion phase of business operations should inspire positivism in your team. Instead, it often inspires, well, anxiety. We’ve all seen how unplanned processes can spiral into painful situations, like a critical server going down right before a major product launch or a simple software update turning into hours of downtime. But does it have…
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Future-Proofing IT Asset Management: Is Your Organization Ready for 2030?

Only 30% of organizations are taking meaningful steps to adapt their operational strategies for the future of work. At first glance, that may not seem like such a big deal. Yes, we’re talking about major HR and IT operational workflow shifts but they won’t kick in for at least another decade, right? Think again.  Experts…
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How to Save Time and Money with IT Asset Management Software: A Guide for Small Businesses

Just imagine a small company trying to grow its revenue while handling IT needs. A new hire needs proper equipment to work, but nobody knows if there’s enough for him in the storage. Sometimes subscriptions pile up, some that are never used, while software licenses go untracked. Does this sound familiar? For some businesses, this…
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Overworking and Burnout in 2025: Can IT Logistics Drive Down Extra Hours?

Work-life balance has become blurred over the past years. Despite the shift to remote work, employees are putting in more effort than ever, possibly because pajamas don’t quite scream “day off” anymore. But is this the only cause? Is it the lingering effect of the pandemic, or does it reflect an ingrained structural pattern?  The…
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