Dress Code Enhances IT Asset Management with Updated Device Management Features

Dress Code Enhances Device Management for IT Assets

Dress Code Inc., based in Chuo, Tokyo, has announced a significant update to its "IT Force" series, specifically its Device Management module. This upgrade expands the management items to over 250, allowing for more comprehensive IT asset management. The new features enable the tracking of various devices, including servers, and provide improved status management for items such as loans and installations.

This advancement addresses several longstanding issues that have plagued traditional device management systems. Previously, many organizations struggled with limited management capabilities for only certain devices such as PCs and mobiles. Critical assets like servers, which are essential to core business systems, were often left unmonitored. Additionally, information about users and installation locations was insufficient, frequently relying on Excel or spreadsheets, which led to errors and inefficient, ad hoc management processes. The latest update aims to rectify these challenges by providing a cohesive solution for device tracking and management.

Background

The previous iteration of device management systems typically covered only basic device types and specifications, leaving a gap in managing more complex systems. There was also a lack of real-time status updates tailored to specific operational needs. This inadequate management often results in oversight and reliance on individual staff, leading to inconsistencies. By enhancing the Device Management module, Dress Code is stepping up to provide a more effective solution.

Product Overview: Device Management

The Device Management module serves as a central hub for managing all IT devices within an organization. It now encompasses a diverse range of equipment, including PCs, mobiles, monitors, and servers. Not only does it manage specifications, but it also tracks details about users, responsible parties, and installation locations. Additionally, it encompasses lifecycle management aspects such as procurement, delivery, maintenance, and disposal, amassing over 250 detailed data points.

By integrating device information that is often scattered across various departments, organizations can have an accurate grasp of asset locations and usage. This further streamlines daily operations such as inventory checks and device reallocation, reducing the need for excessive new procurements, thereby leading to substantial IT cost savings. With a highly scalable data architecture, the system can connect with other functionalities like leasing, rental, and disposal management, thereby covering the entire device lifecycle efficiently.

Key Updates in the Device Management Module

Expanded Management Capabilities

The update introduces support for over 250 management categories, extending beyond basic specifications. Details such as battery information, BIOS configurations, and port setups are now included. The module also accounts for network and security data obtained from Mobile Device Management (MDM) systems, ensuring comprehensive coverage of essential device management information.

Broader Device Scope

Previously limited to managing PCs, mobiles, tablets, and monitors, the updated module now includes server management capabilities. By integrating with the IT Force product "Licenses," organizations can manage license information for operating systems and middleware installed on their servers. This facilitates easy reallocation or cancellation of unused licenses, significantly reducing the risk of over-purchasing and promoting cost efficiency.

Enhanced Status Tracking

The updated module improves the management of user, responsible party, and installation location data, allowing for efficient status tracking of device usage and installation. The lifecycle—from procurement and delivery to repair, replacement, and disposal—is now managed holistically. This ensures precise tracking of asset locations, responsibilities, and usage history, effectively reducing security risks and streamlining audit processes.

About Dress Code

Dress Code aims to eliminate structural friction related to workforce management through its innovative platform. Many companies have historically used disparate tools and processes across departments involved in HR, information systems, and general administration. This can result in inefficiencies, such as redundancy and fragmented information. The platform combines SaaS with a marketplace approach to tackle these operational challenges. Its core framework integrates cross-departmental operations, fostering a seamless flow of information and processes. Presently, Dress Code operates three series: "HR Force," "IT Force," and "GA Force," with plans to expand to six series, covering hiring, project management, and governance.

With a presence in Japan, Indonesia, Thailand, and Vietnam, Dress Code is focused on providing valuable solutions for both domestic and international users, continuously enhancing products and services to tackle fundamental challenges.