DLCM

Lifecycle Management Model: “Device Onboarding → Maintenance → Decommissioning"

Device Lifecycle Management (DLCM) Model

Phases:
Onboarding → Active Use & Maintenance → Offboarding & Decommissioning

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1. Onboarding

• Devices are procured, registered, and configured based on company standards.
• Tasks include:
  • Assigning devices to users or departments
  • Installing required software and applications
  • Enforcing security policies (e.g. MDM, encryption)
• Initial setup is documented in the asset register.

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2. Active Use & Maintenance

• Devices are actively used by employees or teams.
• Ongoing lifecycle tasks:
  • Software updates and security patching
  • Hardware repairs and troubleshooting
  • Helpdesk support and ticketing
  • Performance and compliance monitoring
• All events (repairs, ownership changes) are logged and traceable.

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3. Offboarding & Decommissioning

• Triggered when devices are:
  • Replaced
  • No longer needed
  • Returned after employee offboarding
• Actions include:
  • Secure data wiping or factory reset
  • Return logistics or certified e-waste recycling
  • Final update in the asset management system
• Devices are marked as retired, reused, sold, or recycled per policy.

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✅ Goal: Full lifecycle visibility, security, and compliance.