CIS-HAM Certified Implementation Specialist - Hardware Asset Management Questions and Answers

• An asset is a record that represents any tangible or intangible object that is tracked by the organization12.
• There are different types of assets, depending on their nature, usage, and lifecycle12.
• The types of assets are12:

• The retirement of an IT asset is the final stage of the hardware asset lifecycle, where the asset is removed from service and disposed of in a secure and compliant manner1.
• The retirement of an IT asset should be done according to the company-defined policies and procedures, which may vary depending on the type, condition, and value of the asset, as well as the business needs and regulatory requirements1.
• The company-defined policies and procedures should specify the criteria, process, and documentation for retiring an IT asset, such as the following1:
• Therefore, the answer that reflects the company-defined policies and procedures is B. At any point that it is recommended by your company-defined policies and procedures.
• The other options are not the correct answer because they are either too vague or too specific:
• 1: Hardware Asset Retirement
• 2: Hardware Asset Policy
• 3: Hardware Asset Disposal
• 4: Hardware Content Service Lifecycle

• The Expected Assets list is populated when the asset manager starts the audit by clicking the Scan button on the asset audit form1.
• This list shows the assets that are expected to be found in the audit location based on the asset records in the CMDB1.
• The asset manager can then use a barcode scanner or a mobile device to scan the actual assets in the location and compare them with the expected assets1.
• The asset manager can also manually add or remove assets from the expected assets list if needed1. References:
• 1: Hardware Asset Inventory Audit

According to the ServiceNow Hardware Asset Management documentation, a stockroom is a location where assets are stored and managed. A stockroom must have an assigned manager who is responsible for overseeing the stockroom operations and inventory. The stockroom manager must have a valid email address to receive notifications and alerts related to the stockroom, such as low stock levels, stock transfers, and stock orders. The other options are not primary requirements for the warehouse stockroom. The stockroom does not need to have an assignment group, a valid time zone, or a valid mobile phone.

• The core table that requires migration when extending ITSM Asset Management with Hardware Asset Management is the alm_asset table1.
• The alm_asset table stores the records of all the assets in the system, regardless of their type or class1.
• When you activate the Hardware Asset Management plugin, a migration script runs that converts the existing asset records in the alm_asset table to hardware asset records in the alm_hardware table2.
• The alm_hardware table is a child table of the alm_asset table that stores the records of the hardware assets only2.
• The migration script also updates the references and relationships of the migrated assets to the new table2.
• The migration script runs only once and does not affect the future creation or update of asset records2. References:
• Asset table - Product Documentation: San Diego - ServiceNow
• Hardware Asset Management - Product Documentation: Tokyo - ServiceNow

According to the ServiceNow Hardware Asset Management documentation, the Scanned Assets related list displays the assets that have been scanned using the ServiceNow Agent mobile app during an audit. The Scanned Assets related list is updated each time scans are submitted from the app, which can be done manually or automatically based on the app settings

• A transfer order is a document that is used to execute the movement of hardware assets from one stockroom location to another within the same organization1.
• A transfer order is created when there is a need to replenish, share, or relocate hardware assets between different stockrooms1.
• A transfer order consists of one or more transfer order lines, each containing the information about the asset to be moved, such as the model, quantity, source stockroom, destination stockroom, and expected delivery date1.
• A transfer order can be created manually or automatically based on predefined rules or thresholds1.
• A transfer order goes through several stages, such as draft, approved, shipped, received, and closed1.
• A transfer order can be tracked and managed using the Hardware Asset Management Workspace or the Transfer Order form1. References:
• Transfer orders

https://docs.servicenow.com/bundle/sandiego-it-service-management/page/product/incident-management/task/track-ci.html

• Create transform map: A transform map is a set of field mappings that determine how the source data in the import set table is transformed into the target data in the hardware asset table. You can create a transform map by using the Load Data UI page, or by navigating to System Import Sets > Create Transform Map. You need to specify the source table, the target table, and the field mappings between them. You can also define coalesce fields, which are used to prevent duplicate records from being created or updated. For example, you can use the asset tag or the serial number as a coalesce field.
• Load data: To load data into the import set table, you need to select a data source, such as a file, a JDBC data source, or a web service. You can use the Load Data UI page, or navigate to System Import Sets > Load Data. You need to specify the source type, the file name or the connection URL, the sheet number and the header row (if using a file), and the import set table name. You can also preview the data before loading it into the table.
• Run transform map: To run the transform map, you need to navigate to System Import Sets > Transform Maps, and select the transform map that you created. You can then click on the Run Transform button, which will execute the field mappings and transform the data from the import set table to the hardware asset table. You can also view the transformation history, the transformation statistics, and the transformation log to monitor the progress and the results of the transformation.

References:

• Importing Hardware Assets into ServiceNow, which provides a step-by-step guide on how to import hardware assets into ServiceNow using an excel spreadsheet, an import set table, and a transform map.
• Hardware Asset Inventory Management, which explains how to streamline inventory stock orders, empower employees with a robust asset catalog, monitor stock depletions, track shipments, scan assets with a mobile device, and plan asset refresh cycles.
• Getting Started with ServiceNow Hardware Asset Management, which provides general procedures and forms for performing asset lifecycle management activities in ServiceNow.

• According to the ServiceNow Product Documentation on Transfer Orders1, transfer orders are records that define the movement of assets from one stockroom to another1. They can be used to replenish the stock of assets, fulfill asset requests, or relocate assets1.
• According to the ServiceNow Product Documentation on Transfer Order Line Tasks2, transfer order line tasks are records that define the actions that need to be performed for each transfer order line2. A transfer order line is a record that defines the quantity and model of the assets that are being transferred1.
• The main purposes of transfer order line tasks are2:

References:

• 1: ServiceNow Product Documentation: Transfer Orders
• 2: ServiceNow Product Documentation: Transfer Order Line Tasks

https://docs.servicenow.com/bundle/utah-it-asset-management/page/product/hardware-asset-management/reference/audit-results.html

• Transform maps are used to transform imported hardware model data from an import set table to a target table, such as the Product Catalog or the Asset table1
• Coalesce is an option that you can set on a field mapping to uniquely identify the same asset in order to merge or update records2
• Coalesce means that the field is used as a unique key. If a match is found using the coalesce field, the existing record is updated with the imported information. If no match is found, a new record is inserted2
• Coalesce helps to prevent duplicate records and ensure data consistency2
• You can set coalesce on one or more fields in a transform map, but at least one coalesce field is required2
• The other options, B. Consolidate, C. Unique identifier, D. Unique source, E. Unique target, and F. Combine, are not valid options for setting the unique identification of assets in transform maps

References: 1: Creating New Transform Maps - ServiceNow 2: [Coalesce - ServiceNow]

• The Product Catalog is a table that contains all the hardware and consumable models that are available in your organization12.
• The Service Catalog is a portal that allows users to browse and request items and services that are approved by the IT department13.
• Publishing an item to the Service Catalog means making it visible and available for users to request13.
• To publish an item to the Service Catalog, you need to use the “Publish to Hardware Catalog” related link in the Product Catalog1 .
• This related link creates a catalog item for the selected model and adds it to the Hardware Catalog category in the Service Catalog1 .
• Therefore, the correct answer is A. Product Catalog, as this is where you can use the “Publish to Hardware Catalog” related link to publish an item to the Service Catalog.

References: 1: Use a hardware asset request flow - ServiceNow 2: Hardware Asset Inventory Management - ServiceNow 3: Service Catalog - Product Documentation: Tokyo - ServiceNow : Publish models to the hardware or software catalog - ServiceNow

According to the ServiceNow Hardware Asset Management documentation, a business rule is a server-side script that runs when a record is displayed, inserted, updated, or deleted, or when a table is queried. Business rules can be used to enforce data consistency and integrity, such as preventing duplicate transfers of the same asset. The other options are not valid terms in ServiceNow Hardware Asset Management.

According to the ServiceNow Hardware Asset Management documentation, a contract is a record of the terms and conditions that govern the relationship between a vendor and an organization. A contract can have different states that indicate its status and lifecycle. The states are:

• Draft: The contract is being created or modified and has not been submitted for approval.
• Requested: The contract has been submitted for approval but has not been approved yet.
• Active: The contract has been approved and is in effect. You can cancel the contract in this state, if you want to terminate it before its end date due to various reasons, such as breach of contract, mutual agreement, or vendor performance1.
• Expired: The contract has reached its end date and is no longer valid. You cannot cancel the contract in this state, but you can renew it or extend it.
• Renewed: The contract has been renewed for another term with the same or modified terms and conditions. You cannot cancel the contract in this state, but you can renew it or extend it again.
• Extended: The contract has been extended beyond its original end date with the same terms and conditions. You cannot cancel the contract in this state, but you can renew it or cancel it.
• Canceled: The contract has been terminated before its end date. You cannot cancel the contract in this state, but you can reactivate it or delete it.
• Rejected: The contract has been rejected by the approver. You cannot cancel the contract in this state, but you can edit it or delete it.

References:

• ServiceNow Hardware Asset Management: Contract and renewal management
• ServiceNow Hardware Asset Management: Contract states

• According to the Hardware Asset Management documentation, the Hardware Asset Management (HAM) plugin is a licensable application that provides advanced workflow, automation, and mobile capabilities to maintain your assets.
• To activate the HAM plugin, you need to request it from the HI Customer Service System1.
• Once the HAM plugin is activated, you can access the Hardware Asset Management application from the application navigator in the ServiceNow platform2.
• The Hardware Asset Management application contains several modules, such as Hardware Assets, Hardware Asset Dashboard, Hardware Normalization, and Asset Lifecycle Automation2.
• Therefore, the correct answer is option D, check for the Hardware Asset Management application in the application navigator, as it indicates that the HAM plugin is installed on your instance. References:
• Hardware Asset Management documentation
• Hardware Asset Management - Product Documentation: Tokyo - ServiceNow

According to the ServiceNow Hardware Asset Management documentation, hardware model lifecycle phases are the stages that a hardware model goes through from its introduction to the market to its retirement. The valid hardware model lifecycle phases are:

•Pre-release: The hardware model is not yet available for purchase, but it is planned to be released in the future.

•General Availability: The hardware model is available for purchase and supported by the manufacturer.

•End of Life: The hardware model is no longer available for purchase or supported by the manufacturer.

•Disposal: The hardware model is disposed of or recycled.

• According to the Hardware Asset Management documentation, the hardware model normalization process is a process of comparing the model data in the ServiceNow platform with the data from the Content Library, which is a cloud-based service that provides normalized and enriched hardware model data.
• The hardware model normalization process helps customers identify and manage their hardware models more effectively, as well as plan for hardware refreshes based on end-of-life (EOL) and end-of-service (EOS) dates1.
• The hardware model normalization process assigns a status to each hardware model, such as Fully Normalized, Partially Normalized, Match Not Found, or Not Normalized1.
• The status of Fully Normalized means that the hardware model data in the ServiceNow platform matches the data from the Content Library, indicating a complete and accurate model record1.
• The status of Partially Normalized means that the hardware model data in the ServiceNow platform partially matches the data from the Content Library, indicating a missing or incorrect model field1.
• In order for a hardware model to be fully normalized rather than partially normalized, the hardware model record must have the following fields populated correctly1:
• Therefore, the correct answer is option E, model number, as it is the field that is required in the hardware model record for full normalization.

According to the ServiceNow Hardware Asset Management documentation, an asset is defined as "any tangible, physical company technology asset, including those currently in use, those in storage, and support equipment"1. Throughout the life of an asset, the following data are tracked2:

• Financial data: This includes the cost, depreciation, and value of the asset, as well as the budget and expenses related to the asset. Financial data helps to optimize the return on investment (ROI) and total cost of ownership (TCO) of the asset.
• Contractual data: This includes the terms and conditions, warranties, service level agreements (SLAs), and renewals of the contracts associated with the asset. Contractual data helps to manage the vendor relationships and compliance obligations of the asset.
• Lifecycle data: This includes the status, location, ownership, and history of the asset, as well as the events and actions that occur during the asset lifecycle. Lifecycle data helps to monitor the performance and utilization of the asset and plan for its retirement or replacement.

The other options, configuration data and hardware data, are not tracked throughout the life of an asset, but rather at specific stages or levels. Configuration data is the information about the technical attributes and relationships of the asset, which is stored in the configuration management database (CMDB) and managed by the configuration management process3. Hardware data is the information about the physical characteristics and specifications of the asset, such as manufacturer, model, serial number, and barcode4. References:

• ServiceNow Hardware Asset Management: Hardware Asset Management overview
• ServiceNow Hardware Asset Management: What is the IT Asset Lifecycle?
• ServiceNow Hardware Asset Management: Asset and CI management
• ServiceNow Hardware Asset Management: Hardware Normalization

• According to the ServiceNow documentation, an asset is "any tangible or intangible item that might have value for an organization"1.
• The default asset classes in ServiceNow are Hardware, Software License, Consumable, Bundle, Software Entitlement, and Facility1.
• These general classes can be used to manage various assets, such as computers, printers, software licenses, office supplies, software subscriptions, and buildings1.
• Therefore, facilities, hardware, and software entitlements are considered assets, while contracts and software distributions are not. References:
• Asset and configuration item (CI) management - ServiceNow

• Consumables are hardware assets that are not tracked individually, but as a quantity of items in a stockroom, such as keyboards, mice, cables, etc.1
• When a stock manager receives a new delivery of consumables, they can use the Mobile Asset Receiving feature to scan the barcode of the purchase order and receive multiple assets against it using a mobile device2
• If the received consumables match another record in the stockroom based on the following fields: Assigned to, Model, Model category, State, Stockroom, and Substate, then the data is automatically merged to create a blended quantity and cost3
• This means that the system calculates the average cost per item and the total quantity of the consumables in the stockroom, and updates the existing record accordingly3
• This feature helps to reduce duplicate records and simplify inventory management of consumables3

References: 1: Hardware Asset Management - ServiceNow 2: [Mobile Asset Receiving - ServiceNow] 3: [Consumable Hardware Assets - ServiceNow]

 According to the ServiceNow Hardware Asset Management documentation, ITAM personas and ITAM roles are different concepts that relate to the types and access of users of the product. The difference between them are as follows:

• ITAM personas are user profiles that represent the typical users of the ITAM product and their business needs. They are not tied to any specific role or permission, but rather describe the goals, challenges, and expectations of the users. For example, some of the ITAM personas are IT Asset Manager, IT Asset Analyst, IT Procurement Manager, and IT Finance Manager1.
• ITAM roles are access controls that determine what features and functions a user can access in the ITAM product. They are assigned to users or groups based on their responsibilities and tasks. They can also be combined to grant multiple levels of access to a user. For example, some of the ITAM roles are asset, asset_admin, asset_tagging, and procurement2.

Therefore, a user may have multiple roles, but a single persona (A), roles control access to features in the product (B), personas represent types of users of the product ©, and a user may have multiple roles and personas (F) are the correct statements that describe the difference between ITAM personas and ITAM roles. References:

1: ITAM personas 2: ITAM roles

The total cost of ownership (TCO) is a financial estimate that measures the direct and indirect costs of owning and operating an asset over its entire lifecycle. The TCO includes the following components:

• Original cost: This is the initial purchase price of the asset, which may include taxes, fees, shipping, and installation costs. The original cost is also known as the acquisition cost or the capital expense.
• Operational expense: This is the ongoing cost of maintaining and using the asset throughout its lifecycle, which may include repair, upgrade, maintenance, support, energy, consumables, and disposal costs. The operational expense is also known as the operating expense or the opex.
• Depreciation expense: This is the reduction in the value of the asset over time due to wear and tear, obsolescence, or market changes. The depreciation expense is also known as the depreciation cost or the depreciation charge.
• Delivery cost: This is the cost of transporting the asset from the supplier to the buyer, which may include freight, insurance, customs, and handling fees. The delivery cost is also known as the shipping cost or the transportation cost.

The TCO can be calculated by adding the original cost, the operational expense, and the depreciation expense, and subtracting the delivery cost. Alternatively, the TCO can be calculated by multiplying the annual cost of ownership by the expected lifespan of the asset.

References:

• Hardware Asset Management - ServiceNow, which provides a data sheet with the key capabilities and benefits of the Hardware Asset Management application, including the ability to track the total cost of ownership of assets.
• Hardware Asset Management - Customer Success - ServiceNow, which provides a success map that outlines the processes and best practices for implementing, running, and optimizing the Hardware Asset Management applications, based on the Capability Blueprint framework.
• [Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) - Investopedia], which explains the concept and calculation of the total cost of ownership, and why it is important for business decision making.

• A component is considered an IT asset when you want to perform hardware asset management (HAM) activities on it1.
• HAM is a subset of IT asset management (ITAM) that focuses on the physical components of IT systems2.
• HAM helps you to manage the entire lifecycle of your hardware assets, from planning and acquisition to retirement and disposal1.
• Some of the HAM activities that require a component to be an IT asset are:
• Therefore, the options that are also HAM activities are A. Manage its procurement, D. Track its incurred costs, and E. Manage its maintenance contracts.
• The other options that are not HAM activities are:
• 1: Hardware Asset Management
• 2: What is Hardware Asset Management?

• The ServiceNow Mobile App is a native app that enables users to access various ServiceNow features and functions from their mobile devices12.
• One of the features of the ServiceNow Mobile App is to provide end users visibility to their assigned hardware. This means that end users can view and report issues around their assets, such as laptops, tablets, or phones, from the app34.
• Another feature of the ServiceNow Mobile App is to enable end users to log incidents for their assigned assets. This means that end users can create and update incidents related to their assets, such as hardware failures, software errors, or network problems, from the app34.
• The other options are not features of the ServiceNow Mobile App. The app does not enable reclamation of mobile devices, which is a process of recovering and reusing devices that are no longer needed or used. The app also does not provide users visibility to their disposed consumables, which are items that are used up or depleted over time, such as toner cartridges, batteries, or paper.

References:

• 1: ServiceNow Product Documentation: ServiceNow Mobile Apps
• 2: ServiceNow Product Page: Now Mobile – Now Platform
• 3: ServiceNow Product Documentation: Now Mobile App
• 4: ServiceNow Product Documentation: Mobile Agent App
• [5]: ServiceNow Product Documentation: Reclamation
• [6]: ServiceNow Product Documentation: Consumables

• The ServiceNow asset lifecycle defines and describes the series of stages involved in managing an IT asset throughout its useful life1.
• The asset lifecycle usually follows a formalized process and is often tracked and supported by software tools1.
• Although different organizations in different industries may have their own versions of the asset lifecycle, most follow the same basic format1.
• Here, we explore the six stages of the asset lifecycle: Request, Fulfill, Deploy, Monitor, Service, and Retire1.
• Out of these six stages, three are also components of the asset lifecycle: Order, Install, and Receive2.
• Order: This is the stage where an asset is purchased or acquired from a vendor or supplier. The order stage involves creating purchase orders, tracking shipments, and updating the asset records2.
• Install: This is the stage where an asset is physically installed or configured in a location. The install stage involves scanning asset tags, updating asset status, and assigning asset owners2.
• Receive: This is the stage where an asset is received and verified by the organization. The receive stage involves checking the asset condition, validating the asset information, and updating the asset inventory2. References:
• 1: What is the IT Asset Lifecycle? - ServiceNow
• 2: ITAM Lifecycle Management: How does it all work?

 Hardware Model Normalization is a feature that enables users to standardize the data of hardware and consumable models, such as manufacturer, product, model, and device type. Hardware Model Normalization requires the activation of the Hardware Model Normalization (com.sn_hwnorm) plugin, which also activates the Normalization Data Services Client (com.glide.data_services_canonicalization.client) plugin. These plugins install several tables that store the normalized data and the rules for normalization. The tables that are installed with Hardware Model Normalization are:

• Device Type: This table contains the device types that are used to categorize the hardware models, such as laptop, desktop, server, printer, etc.
• Hardware Manufacturer: This table contains the normalized names of the hardware manufacturers, such as Dell, HP, Lenovo, etc.
• Hardware Model Library: This table contains the normalized data of the hardware models, such as manufacturer, product, model, device type, UNSPSC code, etc. This table is populated by the Hardware Model Normalization Content Service, which is a subscription-based service that provides the latest and most accurate data for hardware models.
• Hardware Normalize Key: This table contains the rules for generating the normalize key, which is a unique identifier for each hardware model based on its manufacturer, product, and model. The normalize key is used to match the hardware models with the Hardware Model Library data.

The other options, C. Hardware Normalize Key and E. Device Name, are not tables that are installed with Hardware Model Normalization. Hardware Normalize Key is a field in the Hardware Model [cmdb_model] table, not a separate table. Device Name is a field in the Configuration Item [cmdb_ci] table, not a separate table. References: Hardware Model Normalization, Demo - HAM Professional - Hardware Model Normalization, Hardware Asset Management

According to the ServiceNow Hardware Asset Management documentation, a configuration item (CI) is an entity or thing that you wish to track that is required for the delivery of a service. A CI can be a hardware asset, a software asset, a service, a document, or any other component that is part of the IT infrastructure1. A CI is different from an IT asset in that a CI focuses on the technical attributes and relationships of the component, while an IT asset focuses on the financial and contractual aspects of the component2. Therefore, a component is considered a CI as opposed to an IT asset when you want to track its relationship information, such as its dependencies, impacts, and interactions with other CIs. Relationship information helps to manage the configuration and performance of the IT services and to identify and resolve incidents and problems3.

The other options are not correct because:

• Track its incurred costs: This is a function of an IT asset, not a CI. An IT asset tracks the cost, depreciation, and value of the component, as well as the budget and expenses related to the component2.
• Manage its retirement: This is also a function of an IT asset, not a CI. An IT asset tracks the status, location, ownership, and history of the component, as well as the events and actions that occur during the asset lifecycle, including its retirement or replacement2.
• Manage its license contracts: This is another function of an IT asset, not a CI. An IT asset tracks the terms and conditions, warranties, service level agreements (SLAs), and renewals of the contracts associated with the component. Contract management helps to manage the vendor relationships and compliance obligations of the component2.
• Know who is using it: This is not a specific function of either an IT asset or a CI, but rather a common attribute that can be shared by both. Both an IT asset and a CI can have a user or owner field that indicates who is using or responsible for the component4.

References:

• ServiceNow Hardware Asset Management: Asset and CI management
• ServiceNow Hardware Asset Management: Configuration Management
• ServiceNow Hardware Asset Management: Configuration item (CI)
• ServiceNow Hardware Asset Management: Asset and CI fields

• Hardware model normalization is a feature that enables users to normalize the details, such as manufacturer, product, model, and device type, of hardware and consumable models1
• Hardware model normalization uses the data from the models and compares it against the data in the Hardware Model Normalization Content Service, which is a cloud-based service that provides standardized and enriched information about hardware models1
• Hardware model normalization sets the normalized display name for each model record based on three attributes: Name, Manufacturer, and Model number2
• The normalized display name is a combination of these three attributes, separated by a hyphen, for example: Dell-Inc.-OptiPlex 70102
• The normalized display name helps to identify and group models with similar properties and reduce duplicates and inconsistencies in the model catalog and the Configuration Management Database (CMDB)2

References: 1: Hardware Model Normalization - ServiceNow 2: Set the normalized display name - ServiceNow

According to the ServiceNow Hardware Asset Management documentation, the ServiceNow Content Service is a cloud-based service that provides content updates for hardware models, such as manufacturer, model category, and lifecycle information. The ServiceNow Content Service also collects unrecognized data from customers, such as new or custom hardware models, to improve the content quality and coverage. Customers can opt out of sending unrecognized data to the ServiceNow Content Service for specific models, but this will also prevent them from receiving content updates for those models.

• According to the ServiceNow Hardware Asset Management overview document1, the lease contract expiration flow sends notifications to the contract administrator before a lease contract expires and helps them act on the leased assets to return the asset or extend the contract.
• According to the ServiceNow Elite blog post on contract management2, when the contract.expiration event runs on the Contract [ast.contract] table each night, an email message is sent to the person identified as the contract administrator at the following times:
• Therefore, the correct answer is C, D, E, and F.

References:

• 1: Hardware Asset Management overview - ServiceNow - Now Support
• 2: Contract and renewal management - ServiceNow
• 3: Contract Management — ServiceNow Elite
• 4: Email notification condition for contract expiration - ServiceNow

To fully normalize a model, you need to add the model number to the model record, which is a unique identifier for the model based on the United Nations Standard Product and Services Code (UNSPSC). The model number helps to standardize the display name and remove duplicates in the model catalog and the CMDB. The other fields, such as version, owner, and manufacturer, are optional or can be derived from the model number. References:

• Hardware Model Normalization, which explains how to normalize the details of the hardware and consumable models using the Hardware Model Normalization Content Service.
• Hardware Asset Management overview, which describes the functionalities of the Hardware Asset Management application, including the model normalization feature.
• [Hardware Asset Management - Customer Success], which provides a success map that outlines the processes and best practices for implementing, running, and optimizing the Hardware Asset Management applications, based on the Capability Blueprint framework.

According to the ServiceNow Hardware Asset Management documentation, an asset record should track the following information:

• Financial information: This includes the cost, depreciation, and residual value of the asset. This information helps to calculate the total cost of ownership (TCO) and return on investment (ROI) of the asset.
• Contractual information: This includes the warranty, support, lease, and maintenance contracts associated with the asset. This information helps to manage the lifecycle of the asset and ensure compliance with the terms and conditions of the contracts.

Other information that can be tracked in an asset record are:

• Physical resources: This includes the location, status, and condition of the asset. This information helps to monitor the inventory and availability of the asset.
• Operational details: This includes the configuration, performance, and usage of the asset. This information helps to optimize the functionality and efficiency of the asset.
• Logical relationships: This includes the dependencies, associations, and impacts of the asset. This information helps to understand the connections and interactions of the asset with other assets, services, and processes.

References: Asset form, Hardware Asset Management: Record Keeping, Hardware Asset Inventory Management, Hardware Asset Workspace, Getting Started with ServiceNow Hardware Asset Management

• Hardware model normalization is a feature that enables users to normalize the details, such as manufacturer, product, model, and device type, of their hardware and consumable models1.
• Hardware model normalization uses the data from the Hardware Model Normalization Content Service, which is a cloud-based service that provides standardized information for thousands of hardware models1.
• The key attribute in the model record that hardware model normalization uses to normalize inconsistent manufacturers and product names is the model number12.
• The model number is a unique identifier for a specific product or model that is assigned by the manufacturer12. It is based on the United Nations Standard Products and Services Code (UNSPSC), which is a global classification system for products and services23.
• Hardware model normalization compares the model number of the model record with the model number of the Hardware Model Normalization Content Service record and updates the model record with the normalized information, such as display name, manufacturer, product, and device type12.
• The other options are not the key attribute that hardware model normalization uses to normalize inconsistent manufacturers and product names. The asset tag, the display name, the model category, and the asset tracking unit are either not unique or not based on the UNSPSC.

References:

• 1: Hardware Model Normalization - Product Documentation: Tokyo - ServiceNow
• 2: Hardware Asset Management overview - ServiceNow - Now Support
• 3: Product Documentation | ServiceNow
• 4: Automation Simplifies Hardware Asset Management - ServiceNow Blog

 According to the ServiceNow Hardware Asset Management documentation, assets can be moved between stockrooms by using transfer orders. A transfer order is a record that tracks the movement of assets from one stockroom to another. A transfer order can be created manually by the stock manager or automatically by the system based on predefined rules or workflows1. A transfer order contains information such as the source and destination stockrooms, the assets to be transferred, the shipment details, and the status of the transfer2.

The other options are not correct because:

• Stock orders are records that track the procurement of assets from vendors, not the movement of assets between stockrooms3.
• Stock rules are rules that define the minimum and maximum stock levels for each asset model in a stockroom, not the movement of assets between stockrooms.
• Transfer rules are rules that define the conditions and actions for creating transfer orders automatically, not the records that track the movement of assets between stockrooms.

References:

• ServiceNow Hardware Asset Management: Transfer orders
• ServiceNow Hardware Asset Management: Create a transfer order
• ServiceNow Hardware Asset Management: Stock orders
• [ServiceNow Hardware Asset Management: Stock rules]
• [ServiceNow Hardware Asset Management: Transfer rules]

 According to the ServiceNow Hardware Asset Management documentation, the asset lifecycle defines and describes the series of stages involved in managing an asset throughout its useful life. The first stage of the asset lifecycle is the request stage, where stakeholders get together, discuss their objectives, and determine which assets are needed and why. The culmination of this stage is a formal request for an asset. The asset lifecycle begins when the asset is requested, not when it is procured, deployed, or fulfilled. References:

• ServiceNow Hardware Asset Management: Hardware Asset Management overview
• ServiceNow Hardware Asset Management: What is the IT Asset Lifecycle?

To perform hardware model normalization, you need to use the Hardware Model Normalization Content Service, which is a data service that provides standardized information about hardware models from various manufacturers. You can access this service from the Hardware Model Normalization module under Asset Management. To set the normalized display name for a hardware model, you need to use the following three fields from the hardware model record:

• Name: This is the name of the hardware model as it appears in the model catalog or the CMDB. For example, “iPhone 12 Pro”.
• Manufacturer: This is the name of the manufacturer of the hardware model. For example, “Apple”.
• Model number: This is the unique identifier of the hardware model assigned by the manufacturer. For example, “A2341”.

The normalized display name is a combination of these three fields, separated by commas. For example, “iPhone 12 Pro, Apple, A2341”. The normalized display name helps you to easily identify and compare hardware models across different sources and platforms. References: Hardware Model Normalization, Demo - HAM Professional - Hardware Model Normalization, Work with hardware normalization, Hardware Asset Management - ServiceNow