You cannot protect what you don’t know you have. So grab your inventory list and tune into this week’s Be Connected, where we’re discussing why a comprehensive physical inventory is a critical security tool, rather than just an accounting requirement.

We will break down what to include beyond the basics—such as end-of-life dates, physical locations, and specific server roles—and explore strategies for keeping this “living document” accurate in the face of constant hardware moves and additions.

Join us to share your workflows for automating asset tracking and your tips for ensuring the inventory remains a reliable, real-time resource, instead of a static spreadsheet that gathers digital dust.

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Be Connected is a virtual networking series designed to spark meaningful conversations and collaboration within Illinois’ K–12 technology community.

Hosted by the LTC’s Technology Services team, each free session centers around a different relevant topic, ranging from infrastructure planning and cybersecurity to emerging tools, networking strategies, and day-to-day IT challenges. These informal yet purposeful sessions offer a relaxed and supportive environment where participants can ask questions, share experiences, and learn from one another.

Explore upcoming session topics: https://www.ltcillinois.org/services/beconnected/