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Hardware Procurement Guardian

The Hardware Procurement Guardian report provides a comprehensive view of hardware nearing end of sale and Obsolescence (OBS) within the next year. This report ensures proactive procurement planning, safeguarding the organization's hardware landscape from operational risks associated with unsupported or unavailable devices. With a unified view of end of sale and OBS data, it facilitates informed decision-making to maintain infrastructure continuity.

The key features of the report include:

  • Risk Awareness—Identifies devices at risk of end of sale and OBS within 12 months.

  • Lifecycle Visibility—Breaks down hardware lifecycle stages by category, manufacturer, product, and domain.

  • Procurement Focus—Prioritizes assets requiring immediate replacement or budget allocation.

  • Strategic Insights—Links end of sale and OBS risks to organizational structures like business service, business units, cost centers, and location.

The Value of the Hardware Procurement Guardian Report​

This report enables you to:

  • Act Proactively—Replace or upgrade hardware before operational disruptions occur.

  • Budget Efficiently—Allocate resources based on prioritized risks.

  • Simplify Procurement—Use manufacturer and product insights to streamline negotiations and orders.

  • Safeguard Operations—Ensure critical infrastructure remains supported and up-to-date.

This report is a strategic tool for maintaining a resilient and future-proof hardware portfolio, aligning with organizational goals, and minimizing disruptions.

Hardware Procurement Guardian Report Pages​

This report includes the following pages:

Page NameDetails
Hardware Procurement GuardianThis page includes the following details:
End of Sale and OBS Devices in 12 Months—Provides an overview of hardware nearing end of sale and OBS within a year, helping prioritize critical replacements.
Device Distribution by End of Sale and OBS Days Range —Categorizes hardware by the number of days remaining until end of sale and OBS (for example, 0-30 days, 31-60 days, 61-90 days, 91-180 days, and 181-365 days). Assists in setting short-term and long-term procurement priorities.
End of Sale and OBS Devices by Category and Subcategory—Provides risk insights based on hardware classifications.
End of Sale and OBS Dates for My Deployed Devices—Provides a detailed table with current lifecycle stages, end of sale and OBS dates, manufacturer, products, and models.
Hardware Lifecycle InsightsThis page includes the following details:
End of Sale and OBS Devices by Manufacturer—Highlights vendors associated with the highest risks, facilitating vendor-specific procurement strategies.
End of Sale and OBS Devices by Product—Identifies specific hardware products nearing end of sale and OBS for replacement planning.
End of Sale and OBS Devices by Models—Provides a granular view of risk at the model level to identify obsolete configurations.
End of Sale and OBS Devices by Domains—Aligns lifecycle risks with the IT environment for better decision-making.
Organization StatisticsThis page includes the following details:
End of Sale and OBS Devices by Business Services—Links lifecycle risks to critical business operations for impact assessment.
End of Sale and OBS Devices by Business Unit and Cost Center—Highlights organizational segments requiring budget allocation for replacements.
End of Sale and OBS Devices by Location—Maps risks geographically, enabling localized procurement planning.