Device Lifecycle Management (DLM) is a strategic, end-to-end approach to managing an organization’s hardware (i.e. laptops, monitors, mobile devices, etc.) from the initial procurement of those assets to disposal once they are no longer needed in the fleet. With Vernon Computer Source’s proprietary DLM service IT teams can reduce costs, improve efficiency, enhance security, and increase employee productivity all while having transparency of where their assets are through each stage of the process. Device Lifecycle Management (DLM) is a strategic, end-to-end approach to managing an organization’s hardware (i.e. laptops, monitors, mobile devices, etc.) from the initial procurement of those assets to disposal once they are no longer needed in the fleet. With Vernon Computer Source’s proprietary DLM service IT teams can reduce costs, improve efficiency, enhance security, and increase employee productivity all while having transparency of where their assets are through each stage of the process.

Device Lifecyle Management can also be referred to as:

• IT Asset Lifecycle Management – a general term that encompasses not only the physical assets, but software as well
• Mobile Device Lifecycle Management – solely focuses on management of mobile devices such as tablets and smartphones
• IT Lifecycle Services – a broader term which typically includes device management but also other IT-related services
• Asset Lifecycle Management – a term which is interchangeable with DLM as it describes management of the assets through their lifespan

What are the Key Stages of Device Lifecycle Management?

1. Procurement and Inventory Management – Vernon is an authorized reseller for multiple IT OEM companies and will work our your behalf with each group to secure the best value based on your hardware requirements.  Once assets arrive to one our warehouses, we provide inventory transparency as the equipment moves through each stage of the DLM process from receiving to audit to repair to deployment.

2. Deployment – During this stage, our team prepares the assets for a ready-to-work scenario by asset tagging, imaging, and kitting the devices to the requested standards. Once complete, the team will share tracking information and reporting details of each shipment.

3. Imaging – Custom imaging services provided to ensure assets arrive to the recipient in a ready-to-work condition right out of the box, reducing downtime in the work environment. Vernon offers custom image development services or can apply your image to systems in bulk. Other services which fall within this stage included Google Management Enrollment, Windows Autopilot – Intune Enrollment, updating of the operating system, drivers, and bios, network enrollment, applying of user specific settings and application installation.

4. Remote Management – Vernon Computer Source offers customers a web portal to both request deployments remotely, track outbound and inbound shipments, and monitor inventory real-time. Our

5. Retirement and Disposal – When devices are either at the end-of-life stage, or no longer meet the required specifications in your environment, Vernon will retire those assets from your fleet in an environmental responsible way (i.e. e-waste recycling programs, fleet buy out for future rental use, etc.)

What are some of the benefits of an effective Device Lifecycle Management program?

A well-implemented DLM strategy offers significant benefits by freeing up IT teams to focus on more strategic initiatives.

• Cost Control – DLM helps to optimize spending by providing transparency into device utilization, extending the lifespan of the hardware fleet through proactive maintenance, and enabling smart hardware refresh cycles. Doing this prevents unnecessary purchases and reduces the total cost of ownership.

• Enhanced Security and Compliance – By enforcing consistent security policies, automating software updates, and ensuring secure data wiping, Device Lifecycle Management significantly reduces the risk of data breaches and helps organizations meet regulatory compliance standards.
• Operational Efficiency – Automating routine tasks like provisioning, monitoring, and updating hardware assets reduces the manual workload on IT staff which frees up valuable time and allows their team to focus on more complex projects and innovation
• Improved Productivity and Employee Experience – Vernon Computer Source prides itself on the quickness for which a DLM deployment request is made and the time it takes to ship those assets to the end user. With an efficient DLM program, employees have access to their equipment faster. Hardware is pre-configured before leaving our warehouse and arrives in a ready-to-work state. We cannot stress enough the importance of the out-of-box experience for the end user.
• Centralized Visibility – A comprehensive Device Lifecycle Management solution provides a single pane of glass for all IT assets, making it easy to track, manage, and report on the entire fleet of devices both outbound and inbound.