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Price is not the same as cost. When organizations evaluate new end-user technology investments, whether that’s laptops, operating systems, or management tools the conversation inevitably turns to Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). TCO studies traditionally focus on direct, measurable costs: hardware procurement, software licensing, support contracts, and lifecycle services. But there’s a growing blind spot in these calculations: the employee experience.

Choosing the right ITSM tool is a key step in shaping how IT teams deliver services and support business goals. The market is evolving quickly, with vendors expanding features to cover automation, AI-driven support, and integrations that go beyond IT. For organizations planning their 2026 IT strategy, understanding what each tool offers is critical.

Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) software helps organizations manage physical assets throughout their lifecycle. It provides visibility into asset health, streamlines maintenance, and ensures resources are used efficiently, keeping operations reliable and costs under control. These capabilities are becoming fundamental for organizations, especially considering that, according to the IFS EAM Trend Report, 38% of asset managers admit they don’t have access to real-time data.

Do you create reports yourself or rely on others to provide them? Regardless of your role at the IT support desk, reports play a crucial role. They help teams monitor performance, identify trends, and improve service quality. Let’s take a look at the reports you’ll need in 2025.