Software Inventory Report

Updated on 10 Sep 2025
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The Software Inventory Report provides the list of Assets where a Software or a list of Software is installed. It also provides the Asset details, such as ID, Asset Serial No., Host name, Allocation Status, Asset Location, Asset Store, Customer, and so on.

Who can use Software Inventory Report and Benefits of the Report

The Software Inventory Report in an Asset Management ITAM (IT Asset Management) app is primarily used by IT asset managers, software asset managers, and IT administrators. These stakeholders rely on the report to gain a comprehensive overview of all the software installed across the organization's devices, ensuring compliance with licensing agreements and identifying unauthorized or obsolete software. Additionally, security teams may use the report to detect potential vulnerabilities arising from unpatched or unsupported applications. Procurement and finance teams may also access the report to optimize software purchases and manage costs effectively. Overall, the Software Inventory Report is a vital tool for various teams involved in maintaining IT compliance, security, and cost-efficiency within the organization.

Benefits

The Software Inventory Report in asset management offers numerous benefits for organizations. Firstly, it enhances compliance by providing clear visibility into software installations, enabling teams to ensure that all deployed software is properly licensed and meets regulatory requirements. Secondly, it supports security efforts by helping identify unauthorized or outdated applications that could pose security risks. Thirdly, the report aids in cost control and optimization, allowing procurement and finance teams to eliminate underused or redundant software and make informed purchasing decisions. Additionally, it streamlines audits by consolidating software data in one accessible location, reducing audit preparation time and effort. Overall, the Software Inventory Report improves operational efficiency, minimizes risks, and supports informed decision-making across the organization.

Access Chart from Dashboard

Log in to the application as an End User (Report Viewer).
Select Reports on the Application.

Figure: Reports
Select Asset Management to view the reports.

Figure: Modules
Select Asset Miscellaneous Insights on the Dashboard.
Figure: Dashboards

You can view AM_Software Inventory Report. Click on the vertical ellipsis to view other report options that can be performed by the user.

For more information, refer to the following table:

Figure: Asset Miscellaneous Insights

Report Menu Option	Description
Force Refresh	Select Force Refresh option to refresh the report.
Enter Fullscreen	Select Enter Fullscreen to view the report in a full screen mode.
Cross Filtering Scope	Select the charts to which you want to apply cross-filters when interacting with this chart. Click + Add Custom Scoping to add a Chart. Figure: Cross-Filtering scoping
View Query	Select View Query to view the query in a popup. Figure: View Query
View as Table	Select View as Table to view the query in a tabular format. For more information, refer to the Table Details. Figure: View as Table
Share	Click Share and select the below option: Copy permalink to clipboard Share chart by email
Download	Download the Report to Excel or save as Image.

Table Details

List Item	Description
License Asset ID	A unique identifier assigned to each software license asset within the ITSM system. This ID helps track, manage, and reference individual licenses throughout their lifecycle.
Software Name	The official name of the software application associated with the license asset. This field specifies which software the license applies to Example: Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop.
Product Code	A specific alphanumeric code assigned to the software product, often provided by the software vendor. It may represent the version, edition, or SKU of the licensed product.
Install State	Indicates the current installation status of the software license on applicable devices or systems. Example: Ready, Complete
Install Location	Specifies the location of the software installed. Example: C:\ProgramData\

Access Charts

To access Software Inventory Report, perform the following steps:

Navigate to Reports > Asset Management.
Click Charts on the top panel and select Software Inventory Report to view the report.
Figure: Reports Dashboard
Report is displayed.

Notes
Any user cannot edit the chart as these are OOB Reports.
If the Report viewer is an Analyst or Admin and want to create new report from the existing, refer to Report Designer.

Figure: Report

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