How to Gain IT Asset Visibility with Device Inventory

Gavin Cockburn – VP Workplace Solutions

Gavin helps enterprises simplify IT and drive growth. With expertise in cybersecurity, cloud, and global IT strategy, he’s a trusted advisor known for turning complex challenges into clear business results.

This Video Covers 

How ViadexOne delivers real-time inventory visibility across your IT estate—eliminating blind spots, boosting audit readiness, and replacing static CMDBs with live telemetry data.

 

Real-World Use and Insight 

Traditional CMDBs often miss critical changes in device activity, leading to outdated records and compliance risk. ViadexOne replaces that with real-time visibility of:

  • Active and inactive endpoints
  • BIOS and firmware status
  • Asset location and assigned user
  • Inventory age and lifecycle stage

 

Gain Real-Time IT Asset Visibility with ViadexOne

By switching to ViadexOne’s live inventory feed, one organisation discovered that nearly 25% of their “active” devices hadn’t checked in for over 60 days—prompting a global asset reclaim that saved significant operational cost.

Unlike traditional inventory tools, ViadexOne makes this data accessible and filterable in moments, supporting operational efficiency and reducing blind spots in device management. For instance, a laptop may show in your CMDB as active, but ViadexOne can reveal that it hasn’t been turned on in 47 days.  

These blind spots create security and cost exposure, especially during audits. Dynamic asset visibility also supports sustainability tracking, helping identify underused equipment for redistribution or decommissioning. 

 

FAQs

How is ViadexOne different from a traditional CMDB?
CMDBs are static—ViadexOne pulls real-time data from endpoints, delivering live visibility.

Can I export this data for audits or reports?
Yes, reports are exportable and audit-ready.

Does this work in hybrid and remote environments?
Absolutely. Cloud-based telemetry ensures visibility across locations, VPNs, and user types.

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