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Waltham/Boston-area seminar on…Oracle licensing and optimizing SAM

March 10, 2009March 10, 2009 Scott D. RosenbergUncategorizedLeave a Comment

I’m going to be in Waltham, MA on March 19 speaking alongside Judith Hurwitz of Hurwitz & Associates and Phil Philbin of VMware at the IT Economic Stimulus Plan: Optimized SAM and Smart License Management event (hosted by our alliance partner, ManageSoft ). Click here for event details including RSVP.

Reporting on Microsoft license usage

February 24, 2009February 5, 2009 Scott D. RosenbergUncategorizedLeave a Comment

We all know how important reporting can be to keeping software asset management in check. Microsoft does provide a Terminal Server License Reporting tool that is available from the Windows Server 2003 Resource Kit. Additionally, Microsoft provides a test tool that will provide the following information about a license: Issuer Scope Issued to computer Issued to user License ID Type and Version Valid From Expiration Date It’s obvious how important simple tools like this can be. Although we recommend having […]

Understand, Review and Manage Your Software Assets

December 1, 2008November 22, 2008 Scott D. RosenbergUncategorizedLeave a Comment

New compliance and accounting regulations are forcing organizations to rethink how they view software. The emphasis on governance is changing the way companies think about software as an asset and how they account for it with their auditors. Unlicensed or mis-licensed software is a liability. There are 6 simple, basic steps for understanding and managing your software assets: 1. Create a repository. But, remember that electronic key codes are not enough “proof” for most software vendors. You need to keep […]

8 Deadly Mistakes Made with Oracle When You Don’t Have a Good SAM Program

November 21, 2008November 22, 2008 Scott D. RosenbergUncategorizedLeave a Comment

Software asset management is a crucial factor in reducing risk, increasing compliance and mitigating liability. CRN’s Matt Fisher really summed up the reason for SAM and why organizations can’t afford to ignore it last month in his Software licensing simplified article. There are 8 deadly and costly mistakes made when dealing with Oracle, which can be prevented simply with a well-run SAM program: 1. Not keeping original paperwork or receipts. 2. Not taking alternative, web-based access to Oracle apps into […]

Quick Byte: Oracle Licensing Tip #9

October 10, 2008August 24, 2009 Scott D. RosenbergUncategorizedLeave a Comment

During the procurement process – whether it’s Oracle or another software vendor – it’s not about the discount you negotiate, it’s about HOW and WHAT you purchase. If you don’t ask the right questions, you’ll spend more. And, that’s not Oracle’s problem. It’s yours. The reason for enterprise software varies with each enterprise. Therefore, it’s no surprise that your software investment may be vastly different from the one your direct competitor just made. However, don’t rely on your Oracle sales […]

Oracle OpenWorld

September 26, 2008October 7, 2008 Scott D. RosenbergUncategorizedLeave a Comment

Oracle OpenWorld 2008 – phew! What an event. Here is a wrap up of news from the show – lots happening! Day 1 Official Announcement of Oracle Beehive Collaboration Platform http://blogs.zdnet.com/BTL/?p=10121 http://www.itweb.co.za/sections/software/2008/0809231031.asp?O=FPTOP&S=Business&A=BUS http://www.informationweek.com/blog/main/archives/2008/09/not_getting_stu.html MyOracle Support http://www.oracle.com/us/corporate/press/017506_EN.doc A New Version of Oracle VM http://www.oracle.com/us/corporate/press/017503_EN.doc http://www.pcworld.com/businesscenter/article/151380/oracle_updates_database_middleware_lineup.html Day 2 Database 11g Release 2 Still Under Wraps http://www.eweek.com/c/a/Database/Details-of-Oracle-Database-11g-Release-2-Remain-Under-Wraps-at-OpenWorld/ Oracle WebCenter Suite http://www.internetnews.com/dev-news/article.php/3773801/Oracle+Keeps+Building+on+Spoils+From+BEA.htm http://www.marketwatch.com/news/story/oracle-extends-enterprise-20-leadership/story.aspx?guid=%7B0CA3C10D-60BF-4938-87F2-97EB448FE247%7D&dist=hppr http://www.oracle.com/us/corporate/press/017544_EN?rssid=rss_ocom_pr Getting into Retail with Advanced Auto Parts http://www.ibtimes.com/prnews/20080923/ca-oracle-advnce-auto.htm Day 3 Big News from Oracle and HP: Oracle is entering the […]

Preparing for an Oracle Audit

September 18, 2008September 22, 2008 Scott D. RosenbergUncategorizedLeave a Comment

Here are some quick self audit tips should you ever be faced with an Oracle audit: 1. Proof of ownership– Collect all software licensing agreements (SLAs), invoices, and other renewal or procurement documentation. This paper trail will help in the audit process. 2. Measure your Oracle licensing usage– try to account for how often each Oracle product is used – including both typical usage and maximum usage – to ensure that the proper licenses have been purchased based on the […]

Nearly 70% of IT Executives Believe They Would Fail a Software Audit

September 3, 2008September 4, 2008 Scott D. RosenbergUncategorizedLeave a Comment

Sixty-nine percent of IT executives believe that they would fail a software audit, according to King Research, a California-based marketing research company. Nearly 3 out of 4 surveyed believe they are not prepared for a software audit and 60% believe they have unlicensed software deployed. Over half (56%) track their licenses manually or not at all with less than 10% using a fully automated system. Not keeping track of licensing or poorly doing so is only asking for trouble, especially […]

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