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Process · Asset and service context

Asset and service context

An asset tag identifies equipment, while the service link explains why it matters. Assignment records name the custodian and date. Verified service-asset links make it possible to move from a service interruption to the devices that may be involved.

Step by step

  1. Register Admin

    Admin records identifying details, location and asset status.

    • Identifies equipment and its current state
    • Updates Assets
  2. Assign Admin

    Admin records a custodian and assignment date when equipment is issued.

    • Names the custodian and custody period
    • Updates Assets, Asset assignments, People
  3. Link Admin

    Admin relates the asset to its service and verifies the dependency.

    • Explains service dependency
    • Updates Service asset links, Services, Assets
  4. Investigate Incident Responder

    Incident Responder checks the service and device context during an interruption.

    • Gives the responder asset context
    • Updates Incidents, Assets, Services
  5. Return or retire Admin

    Admin records return or disposal information when the asset leaves use.

    • Preserves the end of custody or use
    • Updates Asset assignments, Asset disposals, Assets
Admin
Maintains the register and custody; Incident Responder and Service Desk Agent read it during service work.

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