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As federal agencies face mounting pressure to modernize their IT infrastructure while maintaining compliance with a growing list of mandates, the complexity of IT asset management (ITAM) has never been greater. From FITARA to SAMOSA, MEGABYTE to NIST, the regulatory landscape is evolving rapidly—and agencies must keep pace or risk falling behind.
This overview offers a strategic perspective on the federal ITAM environment and introduces Flexera as a trusted partner in helping agencies meet mandates, optimize resources and streamline reporting.
The federal mandates
Federal agencies are subject to a web of mandates that govern how they manage, report and optimize their IT assets. These include:
| FITARA (Federal IT Acquisition Reform Act | Requires agencies to improve transparency and accountability in IT spending |
| SAMOSA (Software Asset Management Oversight and Security Act) | A pending mandate focused on software inventory and security |
| MEGABYTE Act | Mandates agencies to establish comprehensive software licensing policies |
| NIST Guidelines | Provide cybersecurity and asset management standards |
| OMB, GSA, CPIC and EA Requirements | Enforce strategic planning, cost control, and enterprise architecture alignment |
Each of these mandates demands accurate, real-time visibility into IT assets—something many agencies struggle to achieve due to fragmented systems and manual processes.
Why accurate IT asset inventories matter
Without a complete and current picture of their IT environment, agencies risk:
- Non-compliance with federal mandates
- Overspending on unused or redundant software licenses
- Security vulnerabilities due to unmanaged or unknown assets
- Inefficient procurement and lifecycle management
Maintaining accurate inventories isn’t just a compliance issue—it’s a strategic imperative for mission readiness and operational efficiency.
Flexera: Your ally in federal ITAM compliance
Flexera delivers the tools and insights federal agencies need to navigate the ITAM mandate landscape with confidence:
- Real-time visibility—Flexera’s platform provides a unified view of hardware, software, SaaS and cloud assets across the entire IT environment
- Automation—Streamline regulatory reporting and reduce manual effort with automated discovery, inventory and usage tracking
- Actionable insights—Identify underutilized assets, optimize license usage and proactively address compliance risks
- Security and governance—Track shadow IT and AI tools, mitigate risks and ensure alignment with NIST and FIPS standards
Whether it’s preparing for FITARA scorecards or aligning with SAMOSA’s security requirements, Flexera equips agencies with the data and capabilities to stay ahead.
The power of automation and intelligence
Manual tracking and siloed systems are no match for today’s dynamic IT environments. Flexera’s intelligent automation helps agencies:
- Reduce costs by identifying unused licenses and redundant purchases
- Improve efficiency through centralized asset management
- Enhance security by discovering unmanaged applications and enforcing governance
- Accelerate compliance with built-in reporting aligned to federal standards
Lead with confidence
Federal IT leaders don’t need to navigate the mandate maze alone. With Flexera, agencies gain a strategic partner that understands the regulatory landscape and delivers the tools to thrive within it.
Ready to take control of your IT assets and meet federal mandates with confidence?
Contact the Flexera Public Sector Team to learn more.
