What is the default state of a newly created asset?

The default state of a newly created asset in ServiceNow's Hardware Asset Management module is "In stock." When an asset is created, it is assumed to be available for use and not yet assigned or consumed. This initial state allows organizations to track their hardware assets efficiently as they are received and prepared for deployment.

The state "In use" typically indicates that the asset is already assigned to a user or is actively being utilized, which would not be the case at the point of creation. "Consumed" is a state that might indicate the asset is no longer available for use, suggesting it has been completely used up or disposed of. "On order" refers to assets that have been requested but have not yet been delivered or processed, which would not apply to assets that have already been created in the system.

Thus, the default state reflects the asset's status as being available and ready for allocation to users or departments within the organization, ensuring accurate tracking and management of hardware resources.