Asset inventory normalization project plan
Overview
CMDB full of Unknown Model blocks warranty automation—normalize deliberately.
Phases
Discovery export → mapping table (vendor strings → canonical) → scripted update → validation dashboards.
Ownership
Service desk fixes during intake; engineers fix bulk legacy in project sprint.
Ongoing
Prevent new garbage—mandatory fields on procurement forms.
ROI narrative
Faster depreciation refresh and true-up licensing in QBR.
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