From Manual to Intelligent

By Dianne Ajayi

Overview

Transform IT Asset Management from Burden to Business Advantage In today's fast-moving digital economy, organizations still relying on spreadsheets and manual processes for IT Asset Management (ITAM) are falling dangerously behind. From Manual to Intelligent is your strategic blueprint for transforming ITAM into a competitive advantage—powered by artificial intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT). Drawing on nearly two decades of experience leading ITAM transformation at global financial institutions, author Dianne Ajayi delivers actionable frameworks and data-backed insights that have helped enterprises achieve: 30% reduction in maintenance costs with AI-driven predictive analytics 99%+ inventory accuracy through IoT-enabled, real-time asset tracking 60% decrease in compliance violations via intelligent automation Millions recovered through optimized software license management Far more than theory, this book offers step-by-step implementation strategies, governance models, and real-world case studies tailored for regulated, high-stakes industries such as financial services, healthcare, and government. Whether you're buried in manual audits, grappling with rising compliance pressure, or looking to unlock new value from your technology estate, From Manual to Intelligent equips you with the tools to modernize ITAM at scale. Ideal for IT leaders, asset managers, compliance professionals, and forward-thinking executives, this guide shows that intelligent asset management isn't a luxury, it's a mission-critical imperative. Stop managing yesterday's assets with yesterday's tools. Build a smarter, more resilient ITAM future starting now.
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Description

Is your organization still tracking IT assets in spreadsheets? You're not alone, but you're falling behind. The IT asset management landscape has reached a critical inflection point. With global ITAM spending projected to reach $10.2 billion by 2030, organizations clinging to manual processes face mounting risks: compliance failures, security breaches, and millions in wasted resources. This groundbreaking book reveals how Fortune 500 companies are achieving extraordinary results by integrating AI and IoT into their ITAM practices: 40% improvement in asset utilization 70% reduction in audit preparation time 25% decrease in total IT spend 99%+ inventory accuracy What You'll Discover: ✓ Chapter 3: Step-by-step AI implementation framework used by leading financial institutions ✓ Chapter 4: IoT deployment strategies that provide real-time visibility across global operations ✓ Chapter 5: ServiceNow and other platform comparisons with real implementation costs ✓ Chapter 6: Compliance frameworks for OSFI, FFIEC, DORA, and other global regulations ✓ Chapter 9: ROI calculation models proving 200-400% returns within 18 months Who Should Read This Book: CIOs and IT Directors facing digital transformation mandates Asset Managers drowning in manual processes Compliance Officers navigating complex regulatory requirements Consultants seeking proven ITAM modernization frameworks Finance Leaders wanting to optimize technology investments Author Dianne Ajayi brings over 15 years of experience, combined with doctoral research focus in AI governance. This unique perspective delivers both practical implementation guidance and strategic insights for sustainable success. Includes templates, assessment tools, and implementation checklists.
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About The Author

Dianne Ajayi is presently an Associate Director of Governance, Risk, and Compliance at a leading Canadian financial institution, bringing nearly two decades of combined expertise in operational risk, governance, regulatory compliance, and enterprise IT transformations. Formerly a Director of IT Asset Management at another leading bank, she led global initiatives that modernized asset governance, integrated intelligent technologies, and advanced software lifecycle and license compliance strategies. As Doctoral candidate at Northeastern University, Dianne's research is focused on the governance of artificial intelligence within regulated environments. She is a SAFe Practice consultant, specializing in Agile governance models and also serves as an Adjunct Professor, where she develops and teaches graduate-level curricula in financial technology, digital transformation, and GRC strategy. She is the architect of the SECURE Framework™, a security risk governance model grounded in cross-industry analysis of cyber-physical security governance challenges. This framework will launch in her forthcoming book, Security Risk Assessment for the Modern Enterprise, scheduled for release later this year. Her current publication, From Manual to Intelligent: The Role of AI and IoT in Modern IT Asset Management, offers a practical roadmap for transforming ITAM in complex, high-compliance environments - blending thought leadership with real-world implementation strategies.
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Book details

  • Genre:business & economics
  • Sub-genre:Corporate Governance
  • Language:English
  • Pages:228
  • eBook ISBN:9781069363305