The 2017 revision of ISO 19770-1 (the one in the latest PDF) specifically addressed cloud and SaaS. It treats "software" as including:
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The 2017 version (widely used in 2026) shifted focus from just software management to holistic IT asset management, focusing on both hardware and software.
The standard is the definitive international framework for IT Asset Management (ITAM) . It establishes a high-level requirements system that enables organizations to manage their IT assets throughout their entire lifecycle—from acquisition to disposal—ensuring cost-efficiency, risk mitigation, and compliance. Core Architecture of ISO/IEC 19770-1
Shifted from "SAM" to "ITAM," treating it as a Management System Standard (MSS) . This version emphasizes organizational context, leadership, and risk-based thinking. Key Components and Resources