SAM Beast Consulting

SAM Beast Consulting

SAM Beast Consulting Ltd are an independent consultancy company that is passionate in ensuring that you manage your expensive IT Assets effectively and in the most cost effective way.

Our aim is to demonstrate the value of managing your IT Assets, to reduce your spend on hardware, software and Cloud consumption all whilst delivering a valuable service to your end-users.

We focus on ensuring you have best practice processes, governance frameworks and internal education and communication plans to ensure that ITAM becomes part of your organisations daily working life.

ITAM Champions Concept

ITAM Champions Concept

Пікірлер

  • @TheDudesterUK
    @TheDudesterUK2 күн бұрын

    Met Sam (and Rich) at Wisdom 2023, Hey Bud! 100% Agree with Sam. I was new to the ITAM world prior to Wisdom '23 and it was awesome to network and meet other likeminded folks. I was unable to attend this year and it was sorely missed. :-( Completely echo all he's said. Webinars etc are great, but getting the ITAM community together (without someone trying to flog you something) was very career affirming.! LinkedIn and Link tree profiles at the ready! ;-) Hopefully cross paths with you soon Sir! keep up the videos and I'm sure a play button will adorn the wall along with the shirts ;-)

  • @jager_gaming
    @jager_gaming5 күн бұрын

    We should think of it as if you're a full stack developer but don't know how backend dev works so similarly one should have a good knowledge of SAM as well as software licensing but ofcourse you will get a deeper understanding of difference licensing model with time so the organization should have people with more experince and less experience to complete the task in more efficien manner.

  • @XViper123
    @XViper1238 күн бұрын

    Had the opportunity to attend both Team24 and ACE this year in Vegas, both were very useful.

  • @SAMBeastConsultingLtd
    @SAMBeastConsultingLtd7 күн бұрын

    Very cool. Would love to try and get to an ACE event next year. Been too long!

  • @jasoncorderflexera1376
    @jasoncorderflexera137615 күн бұрын

    Great video. thanks for sharing.

  • @SAMBeastConsultingLtd
    @SAMBeastConsultingLtd14 күн бұрын

    Thank you for watching! :)

  • @marc3587
    @marc358719 күн бұрын

    C of course

  • @SAMBeastConsultingLtd
    @SAMBeastConsultingLtd14 күн бұрын

    Was an easy one ;-)

  • @tarreislam
    @tarreislam24 күн бұрын

    E: nothing

  • @SAMBeastConsultingLtd
    @SAMBeastConsultingLtd21 күн бұрын

    Not quite ;-)

  • @amansyed6879
    @amansyed687928 күн бұрын

    B

  • @SAMBeastConsultingLtd
    @SAMBeastConsultingLtd28 күн бұрын

    Correct!

  • @system_y15
    @system_y1528 күн бұрын

    a

  • @SAMBeastConsultingLtd
    @SAMBeastConsultingLtd28 күн бұрын

    Close, but try the option below "A" ;)

  • @UC2vZRIRFTIblNNgYWBUJMXw
    @UC2vZRIRFTIblNNgYWBUJMXw28 күн бұрын

    D

  • @SAMBeastConsultingLtd
    @SAMBeastConsultingLtd28 күн бұрын

    Not quite, have another try! :)

  • @RehanHadi-wx3vc
    @RehanHadi-wx3vcАй бұрын

    B 😅

  • @SAMBeastConsultingLtd
    @SAMBeastConsultingLtdАй бұрын

    Haha! I'm sure it does in some companies!

  • @user-qc6xk8kk9f
    @user-qc6xk8kk9fАй бұрын

    A

  • @SAMBeastConsultingLtd
    @SAMBeastConsultingLtdАй бұрын

    Not quite! Have another guess :)

  • @RaunakBajaj-kc7yt
    @RaunakBajaj-kc7ytАй бұрын

    Hi Sam how much time did you have to spend to complete the learning and exam. Any practice exams do you recommend

  • @SAMBeastConsultingLtd
    @SAMBeastConsultingLtdАй бұрын

    The whole course is on-demand, so I took a bit here, bit there etc. There were also some sections I felt I was already confident in thanks to reading the book. It does take some time if you are starting from scratch, but I highly recommend it if you are in the ITAM world!

  • @agnesgray9559
    @agnesgray95593 ай бұрын

    Great info! Very important to keep track of Open Source as this does frequently come up in regulatory audits.

  • @SAMBeastConsultingLtd
    @SAMBeastConsultingLtd2 ай бұрын

    Very good point about the audits! Absolutely right, and another justification for tracking Open Source!

  • @Max-zx5gs
    @Max-zx5gs3 ай бұрын

    Very good video, explaining the fundamentals in a dynamic way. You've gained a new subscriber. :)

  • @SAMBeastConsultingLtd
    @SAMBeastConsultingLtd2 ай бұрын

    Thank you, much appreciated!

  • @anshularora1700
    @anshularora17003 ай бұрын

    I think it was the best chance to just touch on types of VDI I.e. persistent and non persistent infra and the complexity that comes with it. But, I understand that could be had been too much for this video😊

  • @yvinilreddy
    @yvinilreddy4 ай бұрын

    Because of this merger I got impacted, I have cleared all my pre screening and technical interviews with Flexera and existing to waiting for all HR round. I got an email from HR saying this position is on slight hold due to merger and they are reassessing staffing needs and organizational structure during this integration period.

  • @anshularora1700
    @anshularora17004 ай бұрын

    Can you give the link of your podcast?

  • @SAMBeastConsultingLtd
    @SAMBeastConsultingLtd4 ай бұрын

    Hello mate, I don't have a podcast unfortunately!

  • @anshularora1700
    @anshularora17004 ай бұрын

    Absolutely… nowdays key words are subscription and on premise

  • @Justanotherunboxing
    @Justanotherunboxing4 ай бұрын

    great video

  • @SAMBeastConsultingLtd
    @SAMBeastConsultingLtd4 ай бұрын

    Thank you, much appreciated!

  • @LISA.Training
    @LISA.Training5 ай бұрын

    Thank you for sharing the Knowledge. Useful for all ITAM and SAM Managers.

  • @SAMBeastConsultingLtd
    @SAMBeastConsultingLtd4 ай бұрын

    Thank you, much appreciated!

  • @MattBeran
    @MattBeran5 ай бұрын

    Good stuff David - thanks!

  • @SAMBeastConsultingLtd
    @SAMBeastConsultingLtd5 ай бұрын

    Thank you, Matt. Much appreciated mate!

  • @KOJ_PLAYS
    @KOJ_PLAYS6 ай бұрын

    okay

  • @ian2372
    @ian23726 ай бұрын

    Every SAM analyst must understand software compliance and software licensing. With 10 years in this space, I also push software deployments via sccm daily while sitting in multi million dollar microsoft licensing negotiations with microsoft and our resellers/vendors. Understand the difference between perpetual and subscriptions. How do VDI or O365 effect your licenses. The industry is expecting certified CSAM analysts to do more with less and if you want that six figure paycheck (I make 120k/yr) you HAVE to be on your toes and even pay for certs on your own dime.

  • @SAMexpertTV
    @SAMexpertTV7 ай бұрын

    Loved it :)

  • @SAMBeastConsultingLtd
    @SAMBeastConsultingLtd6 ай бұрын

    Legend, appreciate it mate! Thank you!

  • @tvktriple
    @tvktriple7 ай бұрын

    Great information thanks 🙏🏻

  • @SAMBeastConsultingLtd
    @SAMBeastConsultingLtd4 ай бұрын

    No problem, thank you for the comment!

  • @PianoSingh
    @PianoSingh7 ай бұрын

    Great cycle explanation David!💻

  • @SAMBeastConsultingLtd
    @SAMBeastConsultingLtd6 ай бұрын

    Thanks mate, appreciate you as always!

  • @PianoSingh
    @PianoSingh7 ай бұрын

    Great points David - this is very informative!

  • @SAMBeastConsultingLtd
    @SAMBeastConsultingLtd4 ай бұрын

    Thank you mate, appreciated as always!

  • @haroonrasheed6649
    @haroonrasheed66497 ай бұрын

    Hi we are looking for an ITAM tool .. can you suggest one please

  • @SAMBeastConsultingLtd
    @SAMBeastConsultingLtd6 ай бұрын

    Depends on your requirements. Service Now HAM/SAM Pro, Flexera, Snow Software, Lansweeper, Licenseware, XenSAM - so many options for you.

  • @SAMBeastConsultingLtd
    @SAMBeastConsultingLtd7 ай бұрын

    IT Asset Management (ITAM) Inventory tracking Software licensing Hardware lifecycle Asset discovery Cost optimization Compliance management Asset utilization Vendor management Asset retirement

  • @SAMBeastConsultingLtd
    @SAMBeastConsultingLtd8 ай бұрын

    IT Asset Management (ITAM) Inventory tracking Software licensing Hardware lifecycle Asset discovery Cost optimization Compliance management Asset utilization Vendor management Asset retirement

  • @shusain7233
    @shusain72338 ай бұрын

    Wow thank you for such a great and informative video.

  • @SAMBeastConsultingLtd
    @SAMBeastConsultingLtd8 ай бұрын

    Glad it was helpful!

  • @SAMBeastConsultingLtd
    @SAMBeastConsultingLtd8 ай бұрын

    Software Asset Management (SAM) License compliance Software inventory License optimization Vendor audits License tracking Cost control Asset utilization Software procurement License entitlements

  • @SAMBeastConsultingLtd
    @SAMBeastConsultingLtd8 ай бұрын

    IT Asset Management (ITAM) Inventory tracking Software licensing Hardware lifecycle Asset discovery Cost optimization Compliance management Asset utilization Vendor management Asset retirement

  • @SAMBeastConsultingLtd
    @SAMBeastConsultingLtd8 ай бұрын

    IT Asset Management (ITAM) Inventory tracking Software licensing Hardware lifecycle Asset discovery Cost optimization Compliance management Asset utilization Vendor management Asset retirement

  • @jezford6868
    @jezford68689 ай бұрын

    Very good advice David, thanks, this is us now 👍

  • @SAMBeastConsultingLtd
    @SAMBeastConsultingLtd9 ай бұрын

    Thank you! Really appreciate your comment, @jezford6868!

  • @TechLawArt
    @TechLawArt10 ай бұрын

    I subscribed.

  • @SAMBeastConsultingLtd
    @SAMBeastConsultingLtd10 ай бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @tillman40
    @tillman4011 ай бұрын

    I would first go and meet the Director of FP&A to understand what does Finance declare as an asset vs a device? Once I know what the assets are I’d evaluate how can I inventory those assets? Physical inventory? CI Discovery? Does the inventory tools have this data? If not ServiceNow or a lower cost option like SysAid should be purchased. Keep in mind if there is no change ticket process sitting on top of the assets, you will chase your tail

  • @ParishRaut
    @ParishRaut11 ай бұрын

    Nice information. Thanks

  • @SAMBeastConsultingLtd
    @SAMBeastConsultingLtd10 ай бұрын

    Thanks mate, appreciate that!

  • @kalidazsanguroosamy2117
    @kalidazsanguroosamy2117 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the video. Very informative and useful for my HAM readiness. Welcome to EPL............YNWA :)

  • @SAMBeastConsultingLtd
    @SAMBeastConsultingLtd Жыл бұрын

    Haha, thank you. Up the Hatters!

  • @petrolnate6766
    @petrolnate6766 Жыл бұрын

    great vdo!

  • @SAMBeastConsultingLtd
    @SAMBeastConsultingLtd Жыл бұрын

    Thank you, glad you enjoyed!

  • @iaincaldwell8014
    @iaincaldwell8014 Жыл бұрын

    Good overview - quck question do people still do the beeping of asset tags to do a manual audit of what automated scanning tells them?

  • @SAMBeastConsultingLtd
    @SAMBeastConsultingLtd Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Iain! To be honest, a lot of companies still do monthly audits with both the scanners, then a spot check on the serial number to confirm what is being scanned is actually the correct Asset. I tell clients that, depending on the size of your HAM stock, to aim for a 10-25% manual audit rate each month. Easier to hit the high number if you have a small stockroom!

  • @Derkenblosh2
    @Derkenblosh2 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for posting this! I discovered ITAM five years ago, and I'm hooked! ... Your content is amazing and has been very helpful, even if just mostly a review for me.

  • @SAMBeastConsultingLtd
    @SAMBeastConsultingLtd Жыл бұрын

    Thank you, very much appreciated :)

  • @brmartin72
    @brmartin72 Жыл бұрын

    I really loved the video and you rocked it...we can feel how much passionate you are about SAM

  • @SAMBeastConsultingLtd
    @SAMBeastConsultingLtd Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Bruno, really appreciate that :)

  • @vincent19801
    @vincent19801 Жыл бұрын

    Interesting discussion guys. Can’t wait for the full video

  • @CubeMaster1968
    @CubeMaster1968 Жыл бұрын

    Well said Mr Foxen 😀 Bang on! 👍

  • @SAMBeastConsultingLtd
    @SAMBeastConsultingLtd Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Dave, much appreciated :)

  • @whiggywatson
    @whiggywatson Жыл бұрын

    It’s like we’re on the same track. I just held a session for co-workers on the difference between SAM and Software Governance.

  • @SAMBeastConsultingLtd
    @SAMBeastConsultingLtd Жыл бұрын

    Love it! Hope the session went well :)

  • @carolejacotine8045
    @carolejacotine8045 Жыл бұрын

    Great video David and a treat to see you on KZread. We’re definitely feeling the pain as suppliers move their licensing models and as we don’t really have a charge back model, it’s going to be an interesting conversation with our colleagues in Finance.

  • @SAMBeastConsultingLtd
    @SAMBeastConsultingLtd Жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much, Carole, much appreciated! :) Agreed, good luck with those conversations with Finance! Will be an interesting 2023 in terms of hardware & software budgeting for sure...

  • @nehadamani4667
    @nehadamani4667 Жыл бұрын

    Great basic content on SAM, request you to share more videos on FinOps.

  • @SAMBeastConsultingLtd
    @SAMBeastConsultingLtd Жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Neha. Will do! :)

  • @rc6032
    @rc6032 Жыл бұрын

    It would be great to also include information about the relationship between SAM and FinOps

  • @SAMBeastConsultingLtd
    @SAMBeastConsultingLtd Жыл бұрын

    @@rc6032 We have SAM/ITAM x FinOps content scheduled for Feb :)

  • @tompiecha
    @tompiecha Жыл бұрын

    Great content, keep it up. Thx :)

  • @SAMBeastConsultingLtd
    @SAMBeastConsultingLtd Жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Tom. Really appreciate that and thanks for watching!

  • @randibreivik5450
    @randibreivik5450 Жыл бұрын

    IBM has removed the link, has the announcement letter been revoked?

  • @martinyoung200
    @martinyoung200 Жыл бұрын

    We live in hope!

  • @SAMBeastConsultingLtd
    @SAMBeastConsultingLtd Жыл бұрын

    Wow! Interesting. Unless they're announcing even bigger price rises ;-)?