Software Asset Management Audit Checklist
Software Asset Management Audit Checklist
General Items
- Ensure data privacy and security during the audit
- Engage external auditors if necessary
- Maintain clear communication throughout the audit process
Pre-Audit Preparation
- Define audit scope and objectives
- Identify stakeholders and key personnel
- Gather existing software asset management policies
- Review previous audit reports
- Prepare an audit schedule and timeline
Inventory Management
- Compile a comprehensive list of software assets
- Verify software licenses against the inventory
- Ensure all software is documented and categorized
- Check for unauthorized software installations
License Compliance
- Review license agreements for all software
- Confirm license counts vs. installed software
- Identify software in use without proper licenses
- Assess compliance with licensing terms and conditions
Usage Monitoring
- Evaluate software usage patterns and metrics
- Identify underutilized or unused software licenses
- Check for software that exceeds license limits
- Assess user access and permissions
Financial Management
- Analyze software spending against budget
- Identify savings opportunities in software procurement
- Review contract terms for renewals and negotiations
- Assess the financial impact of non-compliance
Reporting and Documentation
- Document findings and observations from the audit
- Prepare an audit report with recommendations
- Share audit results with stakeholders
- Create an action plan for addressing compliance issues
Post-Audit Follow-up
- Implement corrective actions based on audit findings
- Schedule regular reviews of software asset management processes
- Establish a continuous monitoring plan
- Train staff on compliance and software asset management best practices
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