New IT Leader with Limited Experience Managing Two Servers, 150 Devices, and a Basic Network – Seeking Guidance on Inventory, Security, and Monitoring

Order and Inventory Management
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IT Support Request

I’m a novice IT manager for a medium firm with two Windows servers and 150 devices. Seeking advice on inventory systems, secure networking, and monitoring solutions.

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hey dude, try glpi for basic inventory and spiceworks for monitorin. mfa and strong psswords are key. logs help a ton too. dont be afraid to tweak and learn as you go. good luck!

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When I managed a similar environment, I focused on building a solid foundation before adding more features. I used a central tool that not only kept track of inventory but also integrated event logging. This approach ensured that hardware and software configurations were consistent and that anomalies could be detected early. I also implemented periodic access reviews and configuration audits to maintain security integrity. The experience taught me that simple, automated solutions, when configured properly, can handle the dual responsibilities of inventory management and security oversight effectively.