Network Inventory Management Software
Manage assets, troubleshoot faster, and generate compliance reports in minutes
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Key use cases of our network inventory management tool
Auvik allows you to manage your network inventory, get real-time visibility into every device on your infrastructure, and catch changes as they happen. Discover how Auvik’s network inventory management software can help you eliminate manual tracking and keep your network documentation current.
Automatically discover every device and map your live network inventory in a real-time topology
A new switch gets installed, someone accidentally unplugs an access point, or a critical server goes offline. If you’re updating your inventory documentation manually, chances are your information will already be outdated before you finish updating your spreadsheets.
Auvik’s network inventory software uses automated discovery, reducing manual effort and errors:
- Automated network scans use SNMP, WMI, and API integrations to detect all connected devices instantly.
- Dynamic topology mapping builds and updates comprehensive network maps in real time as devices join or leave.
- Device relationship visualization shows wired and wireless connections for instant understanding of your infrastructure.
- Continuous updates ensure your network device inventory stays current as your environment changes.
You’ll always know exactly what’s on your network without lifting a finger.
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Track and control changes to your network inventory as they happen with automated detection and alerts
Someone adds a device to your network over the weekend. A critical switch gets moved between locations. A firewall disappears from inventory. You won’t discover these changes until something breaks or an audit reveals the gap.
Auvik’s platform keeps you informed in real time:
- Continuous monitoring detects device additions, removals, or moves using automated polling intervals.
- Instant alerts notify you of inventory changes through email, dashboard notifications, or integrations like Slack.
- Timestamped change records enable traceability and rapid incident response for every detected modification.
- Customizable alert policies give you granular control over which inventory changes trigger notifications.
You’ll catch unauthorized devices and track legitimate changes as they occur rather than discover them weeks later.
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Maintain an authoritative inventory record with version history that captures adds, moves, and configuration changes
During an incident investigation, you need to know what changed and when. Was that router always in Chicago? When did the firmware get updated? Without a detailed history, you’re guessing instead of analyzing.
Auvik’s network inventory management system provides complete traceability:
- Historical records track device additions, removals, and movements.
- Configuration change records capture firmware updates, port status changes, and IP assignments per device.
- Searchable audit trails let you review past network states and device histories for forensic analysis.
- Versioned inventory records display directly in the dashboard for rapid reference during troubleshooting.
You’ll have definitive answers about what changed, when it changed, and how your network evolved over time.
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Generate accurate, audit-ready network inventory reports on demand for stakeholders and compliance
Audit season arrives, and leadership demands a complete inventory report by the end of the week. You’re facing days of manually compiling device lists, verifying data, and formatting spreadsheets while hoping nothing’s missing.
With Auvik, you get compliance documentation instantly:
- Customizable reports compile live inventory data with zero manual effort, available on demand or scheduled for regular delivery to stakeholders and compliance teams.
- Comprehensive device details include model, firmware version, last seen status, and network paths in audit-ready output.
- Scheduled or on-demand generation provides compliance documentation whenever stakeholders or regulatory bodies need it.
- Continuously updated data eliminates manual reporting errors by sourcing directly from current inventory records.
You’ll satisfy auditors and executives in minutes instead of spending days on manual documentation.
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Streamline hardware lifecycle management with automated end-of-life tracking
Hidden somewhere in your network are devices running on expired support contracts or approaching end-of-life status. You won’t know until a security vulnerability emerges or a critical component fails without available replacement parts.
Our network asset management capabilities keep you ahead of hardware obsolescence:
- Automated EOL/EOS monitoring tracks device models against integrated end-of-life databases.
- Lifecycle status flags highlight devices approaching or reaching end-of-life directly in your inventory dashboard.
- Lifecycle records integrate into your inventory for proactive hardware replacement planning.
You’ll replace aging hardware strategically instead of reactively scrambling when critical devices fail.
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Accelerate troubleshooting with instant access to device details and network paths
The network is down, users are calling, and management wants answers. You’re logging into individual devices, checking configurations, and trying to piece together connectivity paths while the clock ticks and pressure mounts.
Auvik’s unified inventory view eliminates the investigation scramble:
- One-click device access provides instant visibility into IP addresses, status, recent events, configurations, and connectivity.
- Network path visualization shows upstream and downstream connections for rapid root cause identification during outages.
- Instant drill-down capability displays logs, port status, and firmware info directly from the inventory dashboard.
- Cross-referenced topology views connect device inventory with network visualization for rapid diagnostics without tool-switching.
When you’re evaluating the best network inventory management software, look for one that turns troubleshooting from a scavenger hunt into a targeted investigation.
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See your entire network — mapped & monitored
Every device, site, and connection—clearly visible, always up to date.
- Instantly create a live map of your network
- See every device and connection in one place
- Get automated alerts to detect issues fast
- Achieve full network visibility in under an hour
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Learn more about network inventory management software at Auvik
What is inventory management in networking, and why is it important?
Network inventory management is the practice of maintaining an accurate, up-to-date record of every device on your network, including details like hardware models, configurations, and connections. It’s important because you can’t secure, maintain, or troubleshoot devices you don’t know exist, and manual tracking inevitably falls behind as networks change. An accurate network inventory is often required in audits to demonstrate compliance with various frameworks and standards.
What protocols does Auvik use to discover and inventory network devices?
Our platform uses SNMP, WMI, and API integrations to automatically detect and inventory devices across your network. This multi-protocol approach ensures comprehensive discovery regardless of device type or vendor, capturing routers, switches, firewalls, servers, and endpoints without manual configuration.
How often does Auvik update the network inventory to reflect changes in connected devices?
Our system continuously monitors your network using automated polling intervals and updates inventory in real time as devices join, leave, or move. You’ll see topology changes reflected immediately in your dashboard, ensuring your inventory is always current rather than relying on periodic manual updates.
How does Auvik handle alerting when unauthorized devices appear on the network?
The platform generates instant alerts when new devices appear on your network, notifying you via email, dashboard notifications, or integrations like Slack and Microsoft Teams. You can customize alert policies to control which device additions trigger notifications based on device type, location, or other criteria.
Can Auvik identify and track both physical and virtual network assets?
Yes. Our network inventory system discovers and tracks physical network devices like switches and routers, as well as virtual infrastructure, including hypervisors and virtual machines. This gives you complete visibility across both traditional and virtualized network components from a single inventory dashboard.
Can Auvik track configuration changes and maintain version history for network devices?
Yes. Our platform automatically backs up device configurations every 60 minutes and maintains a complete version history with timestamps. You can:
- Export previous configurations to manually restore devices to known good states when needed
- View the changes between any two configuration versions
- See who made changes
How does Auvik’s end-of-life tracking help with hardware lifecycle management?
Our system monitors device models against integrated end-of-life databases and flags devices approaching or reaching end-of-support status directly in your inventory dashboard. This visibility lets you plan hardware replacements proactively based on support timelines rather than discovering obsolete devices during emergencies or security audits.
Can I export or generate custom reports from Auvik’s network inventory dashboard?
Yes. You can generate inventory reports in PDF or CSV formats either on demand or on scheduled intervals for compliance documentation and stakeholder reviews. Reports include device identifiers, models, firmware versions, and network paths sourced directly from live inventory data to eliminate manual compilation errors.
Does Auvik integrate with other IT management or documentation tools?
Yes. Our platform integrates with popular documentation platforms like IT Glue and ITBoost, PSA tools like ConnectWise Manage and Autotask, ServiceNow CMDB, and communication platforms like Slack and Microsoft Teams. These integrations allow you to sync inventory data automatically and route alerts through your existing workflows without replacing tools your team already uses.