JumpCloud Asset Management with BlueTally

What Is JumpCloud Asset Management?

JumpCloud asset management with BlueTally means using your JumpCloud directory platform to enable secure, convenient access to your asset tracking system. With BlueTally's native JumpCloud SSO integration, you can provide password-free authentication for your team - enhancing security while simplifying user experience and reducing IT administrative overhead.

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What Is JumpCloud?

JumpCloud is a cloud-based directory platform that provides unified identity, access, and device management for modern IT environments. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Louisville, Colorado, JumpCloud serves over 250,000 organizations worldwide with its "open directory" approach.

JumpCloud's core capabilities include:

• Cloud Directory: Centralized user identity management replacing traditional Active Directory
• Single Sign-On (SSO): SAML and LDAP-based access to cloud and on-premises applications
• Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA): Including JumpCloud Go for phishing-resistant authentication
• Cross-OS Device Management: MDM for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android
• RADIUS-as-a-Service: WiFi and VPN authentication
• Password Management: Built-in password manager (following MYKI acquisition in 2022)

JumpCloud positions itself as a modern alternative to Microsoft Active Directory - designed for cloud-first, remote-friendly organizations that use diverse operating systems and SaaS applications.

Key differentiators:

• Platform-agnostic (not tied to Microsoft or Google ecosystems)
• Agent-based device management for deeper control
• Free tier for up to 10 users/devices
• Unified platform vs. multiple point solutions

In September 2025, JumpCloud expanded its platform with native IT Asset Management capabilities.

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Does JumpCloud Have Native Asset Management?

Yes - as of September 2025, JumpCloud offers native IT Asset Management (ITAM). This is a significant development that changes how organizations think about asset tracking within the JumpCloud ecosystem.

What JumpCloud ITAM Includes

JumpCloud's native asset management provides:

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What This Means for BlueTally Users

JumpCloud's native ITAM is designed for organizations already using JumpCloud's device management. If you're fully invested in the JumpCloud ecosystem, their native ITAM provides tight integration.

However, JumpCloud ITAM may not be the right choice if:

• You don't use JumpCloud for device management
• You need to track assets beyond JumpCloud-managed devices
• You want a standalone ITAM that works across multiple identity providers
• You need advanced features like checkout workflows or digital signature acknowledgments

This is where BlueTally provides an alternative or complementary solution.

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How BlueTally Enables JumpCloud Asset Management

Secure Single Sign-On authentication

Enable password-free access to BlueTally using established JumpCloud credentials - team members authenticate through their existing directory account and gain immediate access to asset management without additional login requirements.

Centralized access control

Manage BlueTally access permissions directly within JumpCloud through user and group assignments - ensuring consistent security policies and streamlined user administration across your organization.

Enhanced security protocols

Leverage JumpCloud's security features including multi-factor authentication, conditional access policies, and session management to protect your asset management data and ensure compliance with organizational security standards.

Complete asset management platform

Track your entire asset inventory from acquisition to retirement with full-featured asset management capabilities - including asset assignment, maintenance tracking, warranty management, and audit compliance - all secured through JumpCloud authentication.

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JumpCloud ITAM vs BlueTally: Which Is Right for You?

Both JumpCloud and BlueTally offer IT asset management, but they serve different use cases. Here's how they compare:

Comparison Table

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Choose JumpCloud ITAM If:

• You're already using JumpCloud for device management
• Most of your assets are JumpCloud-managed devices
• You want everything in one platform
• You don't need advanced checkout or signature workflows

Choose BlueTally If:

• You use multiple identity providers or MDM solutions
• You need to track assets beyond managed devices (monitors, peripherals, furniture)
• You require checkout workflows with digital signatures
• You want standalone ITAM that isn't tied to any specific directory platform
• You need onboarding kits and offboarding checklists

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When to Choose BlueTally Over JumpCloud ITAM

Scenario 1: Multi-Platform IT Environment

If your organization uses JumpCloud alongside other tools - Intune for Windows devices, Jamf for Macs, Okta for SSO - BlueTally provides unified asset tracking across all platforms. JumpCloud ITAM only auto-syncs JumpCloud-managed devices.

Scenario 2: Beyond Managed Devices

JumpCloud ITAM excels at tracking devices with the JumpCloud agent. But what about:

• Monitors, docking stations, and peripherals
• Conference room equipment
• Furniture and office equipment
• Software licenses not in JumpCloud

BlueTally tracks unlimited asset types with no dependency on device agents.

Scenario 3: Equipment Checkout Requirements

For organizations that loan equipment to employees - temporary laptops, event gear, specialized equipment - BlueTally's checkout workflows with digital signatures provide accountability that JumpCloud ITAM doesn't offer.

Scenario 4: Using JumpCloud + BlueTally Together

You don't have to choose. Many organizations use:

• JumpCloud for identity, SSO, and device management
• BlueTally for comprehensive asset lifecycle tracking

BlueTally integrates with JumpCloud via SAML SSO, so your team uses their JumpCloud credentials to access BlueTally. You get the best of both worlds: JumpCloud's identity platform and BlueTally's specialized ITAM features.

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How BlueTally Integrates with JumpCloud

BlueTally provides native JumpCloud integration through SAML-based Single Sign-On, enabling secure, password-free access to your asset management platform.

Authentication via SAML SSO

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Setting Up the Integration

1. Add BlueTally to JumpCloud: Configure BlueTally as a SAML application in your JumpCloud admin console
2. Configure SAML settings: Enter BlueTally's SSO endpoint and certificate information
3. Assign users: Grant access to individuals or groups through JumpCloud
4. Enable access: Users can now sign in to BlueTally with their JumpCloud credentials

For step-by-step instructions, see our JumpCloud SSO Setup Guide.

What BlueTally Adds Beyond JumpCloud

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How to Use JumpCloud + BlueTally

1. Configure Single Sign-On authentication

Set up the SAML SSO integration enabling your workforce to access BlueTally through their existing JumpCloud identity - delivering secure, password-free authentication with unified login experience.

2. Manage access through the JumpCloud directory

Assign BlueTally access to specific users or organizational groups directly from your JumpCloud administrative panel - enabling efficient user onboarding and offboarding synchronized with directory changes.

3. Secure asset operations with directory authentication

Perform asset tracking, assignments, and management tasks while maintaining secure access through your established JumpCloud directory infrastructure and security protocols.

4. Streamline user experience across platforms

Provide your team with consistent, secure access to BlueTally alongside other JumpCloud-integrated applications, creating a unified and efficient digital workplace experience.

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JumpCloud vs Okta vs Microsoft Entra: Identity Provider Comparison

If you're evaluating identity providers for your organization, here's how the three major platforms compare:

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BlueTally Integration with Each Platform

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Note: BlueTally works with any identity provider via SAML SSO. Choose the platform that fits your organization's needs - BlueTally integrates with all of them.