Tag: software asset management

Microsoft Audits – What is worth fighting for?
Tim HegedusMicrosoft, Microsoft Audit, Software audit, software licenseLeave a Comment on Microsoft Audits – What is worth fighting for?

Most common questions we get during a Microsoft Audit: What are the primary points to negotiate with the supplier or their agent when an audit notice is received? What are the points to fight for? What are the points that are most important?   There are many, many moving parts involved in a Microsoft audit because of the many and varied products, license metrics, volume license programs, and Software Assurance considerations. There is a central set of principles in responding to […]

Can you prevent or circumvent a Microsoft audit?
Tim HegedusMicrosoft, Microsoft Licensing Tip, software asset management, Software audit, software licenseLeave a Comment on Can you prevent or circumvent a Microsoft audit?

We are constantly asked how to prevent an audit from Microsoft. We wish we could have this really profound, interesting answer, but we don’t. There is no magic trick or piece of software that prevents an audit. The only two things you can do are (1) be prepared and (2) manage the audit as soon as you are notified.

How does the EU software resell ruling affect Oracle users?
Scott D. RosenbergContract Lifecycle management, Core Licensing, Licensing Change Alert, Oracle license, Oracle Licensing Compliance, Oracle Licensing Tip, Oracle: News You Can UseLeave a Comment on How does the EU software resell ruling affect Oracle users?

On the new permissible reselling of licensing in the EU….Miro is saying: “While I am not sure this will ever be allowed in North America by Oracle Corporation, I can say that even if it is allowed, the acquiring company would likely be required to sign off on a new OLSA (oracle licensing software agreement) which would govern the terms of the newly acquired licenses. I am quite certain Oracle would not allow a simple transfer of negotiated terms and […]

Who should track Oracle licensing changes?
Scott D. RosenbergCompliance, Contract Lifecycle management, IT Asset Management, Oracle license, Oracle Licensing Compliance, Oracle Licensing Tip, software asset management, Software audit, UncategorizedLeave a Comment on Who should track Oracle licensing changes?

Who is responsible for tracking Oracle licensing? Whose job is it to notify organizations about these changes? Eliot Arlo Colon, President of Miro Consulting, discusses the tracking of Oracle license changes.

Why you need SAM
Scott D. RosenbergUncategorized2 Comments on Why you need SAM

Software Asset Management is an important aspect of business operations, but some management teams are apprehensive about making a change either because they fear unexpected costs from implementation or the inability to understand that SAM will save them money over time. The three main business drivers for SAM (for those of you who need some convincing) are: Cost Control: Unless you know where and how your software assets are deployed, you cannot use them optimally. Software assets are called “assets” […]

Ballmer admits flaws in MS licensing, no change in sight
Scott D. RosenbergUncategorizedLeave a Comment on Ballmer admits flaws in MS licensing, no change in sight

At a recent event in London, Steve Ballmer was asked about Microsoft’s complex licensing policies to which he acknowledged that yes, Microsoft licensing isn’t simple, never has been and probably never will be. So, is there a chance for changes in the near future? Nope, of course not!  Ballmer even bolded stated that it just isn’t going to happen. So, here’s our advice to combat this. Start paying attention to the fine print. Look at your terms and conditions. Be […]

In Archive