Configuration Management Naming
Configuration Management naming conventions for attributes are often a struggle for an IT organizations. The following list is a useful reference list to consider.
This list would be an excellent starting point when considering the design of the CMDB.
The unique name for a particular CI.
Typically a serial number for a CI.
CI Classification (e.g. documentation, hardware, software, facilities, etc).
Model (specifically for hardware)
Typically a manufacturer code
Warranty expiry date
Date of warranty expiry for the CI.
The physical location of the CI.
The name and/or role of the person responsible for the CI.
Date when the CI was delivered.
Date when the CI was component accepted.
The current status of a CI; e.g. 'production', 'pending'.
The relationship of the CI with all CIs. For example "is part of", "is connected
The RFC identifiers relate to a particular CI.
The Change records related to a particular CI.
The Problem records related to a particular CI.
The Incident records related to a particular CI.
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