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Software License Management Tools
Most license tools track access and contracts, not device exit. Learn where orphaned licenses come from and how teams eliminate them with Firstbase.
2026-02-18
Best IT Service Management Software
Compare the best IT service management software for 2026. See how leading ITSM tools handle workflows, asset lifecycle, automation, and scale.
2026-02-10
Top Managed Service Providers Argentina: Coverage and Services
Explore leading MSPs in Argentina, their services, coverage, and how Firstbase complements hardware logistics for smooth IT operations.
2026-01-26
Everything You Need to Know About Managed Service Providers in the Philippines
Compare leading Managed Service Providers in the Philippines and learn how they streamline IT, security, and device lifecycle for businesses.
2026-01-23
Managed Service Providers Brazil: Coverage, Costs and Lifecycle Insights
Discover leading managed service providers in Brazil. Improve IT efficiency, security, and support for businesses of all sizes across the country.
2026-01-18
Meet the ITSM experts who are changing service management in 2026
See which ITSM experts are making the biggest impact in 2026. Stay ahead with advice and trends from industry pioneers and trusted practitioners.
2026-01-15
EU MSPs in Focus: Capabilities, Scope, and Gaps
Explore Europe’s top MSP providers, their services, coverage, and how they help businesses scale IT, cloud, and security operations efficiently.
2026-01-07
Best Managed Service Providers in Canada 2026: Costs, Coverage & Hidden Gaps
Compare managed service providers in Canada with a five-factor rubric and see how to streamline hardware, compliance, and remote team logistics.
2026-01-05
Managed Service Providers in Europe: Costs, Coverage, and the Lifecycle Gap
Compare top managed service Providers in Europe on real-world factors like logistics, customs, retrievals, cost transparency, and SLAs.
2025-12-10
Best Equipment Inventory Software
Compare the best tools of 2026 and learn which equipment inventory software truly solves remote logistics, not just asset tracking.
2025-12-09
From Provision to Retrieval: Best Hardware Inventory Platforms for Remote Teams in 2026
See how today’s leading hardware inventory tools stack up for remote and hybrid teams. This guide compares CMDBs, ITSM modules, workforce suites, and open-source platforms to guide your decision.
2025-12-08
Your 2025 Guide to Choosing a Remote Equipment Management Tool
Check out what makes a remote equipment management tool stand out, and see how the top options compare in real outcomes.
2025-12-05
The Complete Guide to IT Asset Discovery and Lifecycle Automation
Learn why discovery tools only reveal what’s on your network. Lifecycle automation closes the gap with global logistics, zero-touch deployment, and automated retrieval.
2025-12-01
Why Value Added Reseller Companies Aren’t Enough for Remote-First Operations
Explore which value added reseller companies deliver real global efficiency and where lifecycle automation takes over.
2025-11-04
How Phaidra Unified Global IT Asset Management With Firstbase
How Phaidra moved from fragmented processes to a unified, scalable lifecycle with Firstbase.
2025-11-03
Asset Panda Review
See how Asset Panda handles tracking and where it stops short. This review breaks down strengths, gaps, and what today’s remote-first teams actually need.
2025-11-03
Allwhere Alternatives
Compare global coverage, pricing, and performance across top Allwhere alternatives for reliable IT logistics in 2025.
2025-11-01
What ‘Firstbase Alternatives’ Get Wrong About Remote IT
Explore key criteria to assess Firstbase alternatives, from delivery SLAs to cost transparency, and see what true IT ops automation looks like.
2025-10-31
NinjaOne alternatives that offer more for less
Explore top NinjaOne alternatives that handle the full device lifecycle, from global logistics to compliance, not just patching and tickets.
2025-10-30
Workwize Alternatives
Compare top Workwize alternatives that improve device tracking, retrieval rates, and cost control for distributed IT operations.
2025-10-27
Growrk Alternatives
Compare how leading Growrk alternatives stack up in terms of SLAs, pricing, and integrations.
2025-10-07
Best IT Asset Management
Discover the best IT asset management tools for distributed work.
2025-10-06
Best Mobile Device Management Software
Find the best MDM platforms for remote teams.
2025-10-02
Best MDM For Apple
The best MDM for Apple devices offers global reach, audit-proof compliance, and full asset visibility end-to-end.
2025-09-19
Build Your Offshore Team in Europe
A step-by-step playbook to build your offshore team in Europe. This guide covers hiring models, compliance, and IT logistics.
2025-09-17
ServiceNow Review
Users often recommend ServiceNow on how the platform consolidates ticketing, change management, and automation under one roof.
2025-09-15
Best Asset Tracking Software
Detailed breakdown of pricing, automation, and compliance features to help the IT and finance teams.
2025-09-12
Computer Inventory Software That Scales With Your Business
Compare the top computer inventory software platforms in 2025.
2025-09-10
Top ITAD Companies
Compare the top ITAD providers for modern fleets. Learn where traditional ITAD falls short, the 5 must-have criteria, and how to recover value without slowing IT.
2025-09-10
Why Ops Teams Are Replacing CDW: 5 Alternatives With True Lifecycle Control
Explore five CDW alternatives to optimize your IT asset management. Get SLA-backed deployment, device recovery, and full-lifecycle visibility, built for hybrid and remote scale.
2025-08-26
Top 5 SHI Alternatives Compared
Explore the top options for full device lifecycle automation across IT, Finance, HR, and Compliance.
2025-08-15
Building a Secure IT Infrastructure that Scales
Learn how to set up a secure infrastructure for your team in a hybrid, remote, or in-office setting.
2025-07-09
Why Your Onboarding Experience Is the Secret to Beating Early Employee Turnover
New hires are too often left waiting, confused, and disconnected. This guide shows you how to streamline onboarding from day one, with real tactics, proven ROI, and scalable processes that delight new employees and free up your team.
2025-07-07
Best Deel IT Alternatives
Gain better visibility, control, and compliance with these 5 Deel IT alternatives built for remote IT asset management at scale.
2025-06-04
Simplify Apple Device Management, Anywhere
One platform, full Apple device lifecycle.
2025-05-30
The 2025 May 20th IT Hardware Tariff Landscape Strategic Update
As of May 20, 2025, significant developments in tariff policies are reshaping the landscape for IT procurement.
2025-05-20
The True Cost of Not Updating IT Logistics
From device provisioning to secure retrieval, Firstbase automates global IT logistics, reducing manual work, increasing security, and enhancing employee experience.
2025-04-25
The April 2025 IT Hardware Tariff Landscape Strategic Guide
New tariffs are driving IT hardware prices up 8–20%, disrupting global supply chains and forcing companies to rethink procurement. Firstbase breaks down what’s happening, who’s impacted, and how to stay ahead with smart buying strategies.
2025-04-08
What AI Means for IT Operations
Get the practical framework for AI adoption in IT with this guide to AI in IT. Learn how IT plays a critical role in IT governance and why IT leaders will become central to businesses leveraging AI.
2025-04-01
ITAD Services - Secure IT Asset Disposition Matters
As devices reach the end of their life cycle, organizations face significant risks related to data security, compliance, sustainability, and operational efficiency.
2025-03-05
Streamline IT Employee Offboarding and Asset Retrieval
Learn how to simplify IT offboarding, recover lost assets, and enhance security—without the headaches.
2025-03-05
How Docebo Uses Firstbase to Bridge Global HR and IT
Docebo partnered with Firstbase to replace manual IT and HR workflows with automated, secure, and scalable processes.
2025-03-04
How Cresta Uses Firstbase to Save 250+ IT Hours and 2x Global Headcount in One Year
Home office closets are usually filled with winter coats or workout gear. But one year ago, Cresta’s Head of IT Jared Allenbrand had a closet crammed with approximately 100 employee laptops. Not anymore.
2025-02-18
The Offshore Playbook for Equipping LATAM Teams
When you try to scale in LATAM on your own, IT organizations often bear the brunt of execution.
2025-02-14
The Future of Remote Work: Insights from Firstbase Founder & CEO Chris Herd
The shift to remote and hybrid models isn’t just a trend—it’s a transformation that will define the next decade of work says CEO Chris Herd on the CIO Influence Interview.
2025-02-12
Meet AppDirect—The leading B2B subscription commerce platform
AppDirect is a recognized industry-leading B2B subscription commerce platform.
2025-01-23
How to Secure Assets and Offboard Employees
Streamlining employee offboarding is critical for securing data, retrieving assets, and reducing costs.
2025-01-14
Offshore IT Ops: A Guide to Equipping Teams in India and Beyond
That’s exactly why 66% of U.S. companies outsource at least one department, a trend that translates to approximately 300,000 American jobs being transitioned offshore each year.
2025-01-09
The Winning Formula for Managing Distributed Teams
Learn proven strategies for leading distributed teams—streamlining remote onboarding, boosting productivity, and fostering accountability without micromanagement.
2024-12-18
Modernizing End-User Computing for Distributed Work
Learn how to modernize end-user computing to meet the needs of the remote and hybrid workforce
2024-12-18
How to Equip Distributed Teams with WeWork & Firstbase
Discover how Firstbase and WeWork are redefining distributed work by combining global workspace access with zero-touch IT provisioning for seamless, scalable team management.
2024-11-13
Overcoming IT Logistics for Strategic Success
Unlock the secrets to IT operational excellence with our comprehensive guide, designed specifically for CIOs. It offers proven strategies and insights to streamline your IT logistics and enhance productivity.
2024-11-06
Managing the Apple M4 Launch for Businesses: What You Need to Know
Apple’s new M4 MacBook Pro introduces AI-powered performance gains, and Firstbase helps businesses simplify global procurement, upgrades, and device management at scale.
2024-10-24
New Relic Shares Their Strategy for Success at Scale
Thomas Olson from New Relic is the Manager of IT Program Management and the driving force behind leveraging Firstbase to streamline their IT Logistics globally.
2024-10-01
How to Align Finance and IT for Business Outcomes
Watch how IT leaders and Finance leaders need to come together to fuel business growth.
2024-09-13
How Brightwheel Spends 8X Less Time on Equipment Management for their Remote Team with Firstbase
Discover how Brightwheel streamlined IT operations with Firstbase, reducing time spent on IT equipment management, enhancing efficiency, and empowering focus on core educational goals.
2024-09-13
Firstbase and MDMs: Elevated Global Equipment Management
Firstbase and MDMs are complementary tools for IT security and efficiency. Elevate all your IT logistics from one centralized hub.
2024-07-19
Advancing IT Operations: Expanding Zero-Touch Management
Zero-touch IT environments are considered the gold standard of IT environments, yet device provisioning and asset management can pose challenges beyond the scope of MDM solutions. This eBook details how to extend the power of JAMF, Kandji, JumpCloud, and Intune by focusing on the first touch point from procuring a device until your employees receive their new device.
2024-07-01
Devices and Employee Experience - A Guide for HR Leaders
Struggling with delayed onboarding, cumbersome offboarding, and increased HR/IT workload? Discover how Firstbase can streamline equipment management, ensuring smooth operations and boosting productivity for your global workforce.
2024-06-19
Mastering IT Logistics: The 3 Rs
Learn how to master IT logistics with our e-book, ‘Mastering IT Logistics: The Three Rs,’ and discover strategies for efficient Retrieval, Reuse, and Recycling of IT assets to streamline operations, reduce costs, and enhance sustainability.
2024-06-12
ServiceNow Integration With Firstbase
Efficiently sync and manage hardware assets across platforms in the physical and digital world.
2024-06-12
Planning Your Next Device Refresh
In an era where technology evolves at breakneck speed, ensuring your team has the most efficient
2024-04-10
Mastering IT Logistics with the Three "R" Strategy
Unlock the secrets of effective IT management in a distributed or international company.
2024-02-16
CIO Top Priorities for 2024
CIO.com recently published 10 Top Priorities for CIOs in 2024 and in the ever-evolving landscape of IT leadership.
2024-02-06
Download the Firstbase One Pager
Seamlessly manage global assets from procurement to recycling
2024-01-17
How to Run Great Remote IT Off-Boarding (and Why it Matters)
Discover the significance of effective off-boarding for organizations, both from HR and IT perspectives, and gain insights into establishing a robust IT off-boarding process for remote employees in this on-demand webinar.
2023-11-17
Does Your Team [Really] Need The M3 Processor
Apple’s newest processor boasts a large increase in compute power, yet the recent introduction of the M3 processor has many business leaders asking do we really need it?
2023-10-12
What’s In Your Digital Workforce Tech Stack?
The right digital workforce solutions can drive productivity, collaboration, and employee engagement, improving business outcomes.
2023-08-31
Built for Scale: Centralized IT Asset Management for Growth
In this case study, we explore how an enterprise technology consulting firm tackled the challenges of managing an increasing headcount and device lifecycle needs.
2023-08-31
Benefex Streamlines Global Operations with Firstbase's Virtual IT Closet
Discover how Benefex, the innovative team behind the award-winning employee experience platform OneHub, streamlined its internal processes for managing devices across its global workforce.
2023-08-30
Overcome Challenges With Remote Employees Returning Equipment
With a distributed workforce where workers are scattered across the world, achieving high rates of remote employees returning equipment is very complex and time-consuming for your IT team to handle.
2023-08-25
What is an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM)?
Let's assess the strengths and limitations original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) have in providing and managing your employee's corporate devices on a global scale.
2023-08-17
Firstbase Is Now an Apple Authorized Reseller
Firstbase is now an Apple Authorized Reseller, highlighting its top-tier remote equipment management. Elevate your hybrid work experience with us.
2023-08-09
What is a Value-Added Reseller (VAR)?
Let's break down the advantages and limitations of partnering with value-added resellers (VARs) to outsource device lifecycle management.
2023-08-04
What is a Managed Service Provider (MSP)?
As an IT admin or procurement manager, it is vital to understand the benefits and constraints of partnering with a managed service provider (MSP) to provide device lifecycle management.
2023-07-28
How to Enable a Choose Your Own Device (CYOD) Strategy for Laptops & Smartphones
Let's compare BYOD, COPE, COBO, and CYOD employee equipment provisioning models to see which is best for your organization.
2023-07-21
Hard ROI: Reducing Remote Work Equipment Costs by Two-Thirds
Equipping and supporting a distributed workforce with all the IT and ergonomics they need to start and stay productive is challenging. It’s also more costly than most realize.
2023-07-20
Assessing Your Digital Workplace Solutions for Ultimate Efficiency
Digital workplace solutions have become integral in shaping the future of work and increasing employee and customer retention. Here's what to consider when choosing your infrastructure of tools, apps, and platforms.
2023-07-19
How PC as a Service (PCaaS) Works for IT Teams
With PCaaS (PC as a Service), organizations can simplify IT, reduce costs, streamline business needs, and improve the employee experience.
2023-07-17
Optimizing Remote Work Device Lifecycle Management
Device lifecycle management (DLM) has been complicated by remote work. Here's how automation helps streamline management end-to-end to improve productivity and the employee experience.
2023-07-13
How to Automate Your Remote Workforce Equipment Process
This webinar explains the need for automating end-user computing processes to effectively manage remote workers, asserting that efficient management can boost revenue growth by 25%. The video presents a comprehensive look at transitioning from outdated legacy systems to automated processes and showcases how the Firstbase platform can simplify the employee equipment process.
2023-07-13
The Remote Workspace Revolution
Here's what to expect out of remote workspaces, including tips for designing a comfortable environment and how to overcome unique challenges.
2023-07-10
How to Set Up a Successful Remote Work Onboarding Process
Remote work onboarding creates unique challenges for organizations. Learn how to overcome these challenges including equipping distributed workers for success.
2023-07-07
Why You Need a Virtual IT Closet
In office settings, supplying IT accessories on demand to workers was easy, but it gets harder with a distributed workforce, especially when employees are global. This is where a cloud-based virtual IT closet comes into play.
2023-07-05
IT Operations Blueprint for Distributed Work
The "IT Operations Blueprint for Distributed Work" eBook provides comprehensive best practices for managing IT processes in a remote or hybrid work environment. Compiled by a highly experienced Ops team, the guide covers everything from equipping employees to managing equipment breakages and retrievals in a distributed work setting.
2023-06-29
Firstbase Awarded RemoteTech Breakthrough’s Employee Onboarding Solution of the Year
We're thrilled to announce that Firstbase has received the prestigious 2023 RemoteTech Breakthrough Award for our game-changing Employee Onboarding Solution. Transform your remote onboarding process and boost productivity with Firstbase. Request a demo today.
2023-06-22
Beyond Delivering Laptops: Why PCaaS is Not Enough
Join us in this illuminating webinar as we explore the shifting landscape of end-user computing in response to the rise of flexible work.
2023-06-21
The State of IT Report: How Top-Performing Companies Rethink Efficiency
Learn how modern IT leaders are thinking about the challenges they face in 2023, in this report co-sponsored by Firstbase.
2023-06-13
Transforming Remote Work: Verse's Success with Firstbase's Automation Solution
This case study reveals how Verse used Firstbase's solution to enhance its remote employee experience and automate the full lifecycle of equipment management.
2023-06-12
How to Create a Winning Remote IT Onboarding Experience
Discover how to boost employee retention and productivity through effective onboarding and an empowering digital environment in this essential guide for HR professionals and team leaders.
2023-06-02
How to Defeat Remote Work IT Shipping Costs
Why are remote work IT shipping costs so high? And how do you solve for them? Find out in this blog that you'll want to share with your CFO.
2023-05-31
Modernizing End User Computing for Hybrid Work
Modernizing End User Computing for Hybrid Work is a comprehensive webinar offering insights into the rapidly changing landscape of end-user computing, brought on by the rise of hybrid and remote work.
2023-05-30
How to Double Your Laptop Retrievals from Remote Workers
Retrieving remote worker equipment is hard, and most companies are losing a significant percentage of their deployed remote work IT assets. Learn why and how you can dramatically improve your retrieval rates.
2023-05-24
Understanding End-User Computing
End-user computing (EUC) is an IT discipline that refers to a set of technologies that enable workers to access remote applications and data safely and securely. EUC encompasses a range of different technologies and processes that address deployment, configuration, maintenance, security, and performance management of devices, software, and cloud-based services.
2023-05-15
Understanding Hardware as a Service (HaaS)
Hardware as a service (HaaS) is the latest method for procuring and maintaining IT infrastructure, combining procurement and lifecycle services on a subscription basis.
2023-05-09
Delivering the Right Work From Home Equipment for Employee Success
According to industry estimates, up to 80 million (out of 255 million) desk jobs will be primarily remote by 2030.
2023-05-07
Against the Herd with Chase Warrington (Head of Remote, Doist.com)
Join us on this episode of Against the Herd, where we chat with Chase Warrington, Head of Remote at Doist.
December 9, 2025
Against the Herd with Saket Srivastava (CIO at Asana)
Against the Herd with Saket Srivastava (CIO at Asana)
December 9, 2025
Against the Herd with Denise Brouder
Denise Brouder delves into the transformation of work and life in the digital age. Discussing empathy, the value of human touch points, and our role in shaping the future, Brouder offers insightful perspectives. Dive deep into the balance between flexibility and fulfillment. Video & transcript available.
December 9, 2025
Against the Herd with Tracy Keogh
Explore the insightful conversation between Chris Herd and Tracy Keogh as they discuss the future of remote work, the impact on cities, and the importance of work-life balance.
December 9, 2025
Against the Herd with Job - CEO of Remote.com
Join us for an insightful discussion between visionary leaders, Job van der Voort and Chris Herd. Explore the fusion of virtual reality and remote work, the expanding reach of AI, time management insights, and Job's optimal remote work setup. Discover the exciting possibilities that lie ahead in the world of work. Read the full transcript below.
December 9, 2025
Against the Herd with John Winsor
Experience a riveting conversation between tech mavens Chris Herd and John Winsor about the evolving world of work. This blog post offers a snapshot of their chat, exploring insights into distributed teams, adaptability, and the quest to find the sweet spot in a dynamic business environment. Dive in to tap into their wisdom and perspective.
December 9, 2025
Against the Herd With Steve Todd
Join Chris Herd and Steve Todd in this engaging conversation on the future of workspaces. From the impact of the pandemic on real estate to the role of technology in shaping the future of work, they dive into the challenges of staying relevant in a constantly changing world. Tune in as they explore the shift towards a hybrid work model and offer valuable insights into the ever-evolving landscape of work.
December 9, 2025
Against the Herd with Allison Baum Gates
Dive into the insights shared by Chris Herd and Allison Baum Gates on the future of work. Explore the intersection of generational differences and technology, the evolution of communication, and the rise of visual platforms. Learn about the importance of founder-market fit in entrepreneurship. This discussion paints a vivid picture of the dynamic world of work.
December 9, 2025
Against the Herd with Howard Lerman
Are you ready to go Against the Herd? This episode features Howard Lerman, Founder & CEO of Roam, and co-founder & former CEO of Yext. Learn about Howard's unique insights on operating a distributed company, operating as a CEO in a public company, and his insights on leadership in the age of digital transformation.
December 9, 2025