Software Asset Management Training
Software asset management (SAM) is the management of software applications within an organization. This includes license control, inventory and methods to reduce extra software costs and to limit legal risks of unauthorized software use. Software asset management training provides techniques in creating a viable asset management program.
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Identification
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The International Association of Information Technology Asset Managers (IAITAM) offers specialized training and a certification course in software asset management. The training organization offers a certified software asset manager (CSAM) certification. After the required study is completed, testing is conducted through the organization. Once an individual is awarded certification, they receive the professional designation as a software asset management expert .
Cost
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The majority of software asset management training courses are self-study courses which can be ordered online through IAITAM's website. The cost for the classes depends on the certification path chosen by the individual. Courses can be discounted based on the membership plan obtained with IAITAM. Courses range between $295 and $2,499 (as of 2010).
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Benefits
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Software asset management training teaches system administrators or designated asset managers how to set up security and controls involving software. This includes programs which address the logging of software information (user licenses, price and identification of programs throughout the organization). The benefit is that software can be accounted for and decisions can be made by management regarding the purchase, upgrade or phasing out of certain programs.
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