Software publishers

Licence management is the mainstay of many ITAM roles, so it is important to stay informed on the latest software publisher news. We aim to keep our readers informed on the latest developments at tier 1, 2 and 3 software publishers, combined with analysis of how it will affect ITAM professionals.
  • IBM auditors target compliance revenue per customer - Three strategies to tackle IBM software waste head-on

    IBM auditors target compliance revenue per customer - Three strategies to tackle IBM software waste head-on

    One striking trend we see in modern audit activity is that software audits are NOT about reducing non-compliance. It is right and proper that a company should protect their intellectual property and prevent exploitation. But it ...
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  • Podcast: Second Hand Software Licensing

    Podcast: Second Hand Software Licensing

    In this Podcast Martin Thompson of The ITAM Review is joined by two ITAM professionals who share their knowledge and experience with regards to Second Hand Software. They are. Christiaan Murphy – Software Category Manager, CGI Tomas O’Leary – ...
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  • Podcast Episode 14: Office365, Unbundling Microsoft, Monetizing Mobility

    Podcast Episode 14: Office365, Unbundling Microsoft, Monetizing Mobility

    In this podcast I was joined by some great experts who share their opinions on Microsoft. Tim Hegedus, Miro Consulting Mike Austin, Method 180 Sumin Chen, Belarc Peter Beruk, 1E Kevin Suckow, SoftwareOne Mandi Sue Bleau, ...
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  • Podcast: Managing Microsoft in the Datacentre

    Podcast: Managing Microsoft in the Datacentre

    This is the second in the series of podcasts on Microsoft Licensing. In this Podcast we are joined by 3 professionals who will be sharing their knowledge and experience with regards to tackling Microsoft Licensing in the Datacentre. Leigh ...
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  • Windows 10 Licenses: What You Need to Know

    Windows 10 Licenses: What You Need to Know

    In-case you have been in hiding or without any internet connection over the past six months, you may be aware that Microsoft have released their new operating system; Windows 10. Windows 10 follows on from Windows ...
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  • ‘Lack of transparency and ambiguity within Microsoft licensing terms leaves even the most sophisticated clients scratching their heads’

    ‘Lack of transparency and ambiguity within Microsoft licensing terms leaves even the most sophisticated clients scratching their heads’

    Further to the initial findings from the CCL regarding Microsoft Licensing issues that are faced by users, upcoming US Microsoft Licensing Seminar sponsors Method 180 have shared their thoughts. You can see the full article ‘Microsoft ...
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  • 65% have no solution in place for managing Microsoft SQL Server

    65% have no solution in place for managing Microsoft SQL Server

    We recently asked The ITAM Review community for feedback on Microsoft Licensing to support research with The Campaign for Clear Licensing. This is an early preview of the results so far. Thank you very much to ...
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  • ITAM Review Microsoft Research 2015 - Have you moved up to the Clouds?

    ITAM Review Microsoft Research 2015 - Have you moved up to the Clouds?

      The ITAM Review invites you to take part in our short research survey around Microsoft Licensing and the patterns of behaviour organisations follow with Microsoft products. This is the first piece of Microsoft research we ...
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  • User-based Cloud Licensing - problematic for some Industries

    User-based Cloud Licensing - problematic for some Industries

    By Paul DeGroot, Pica Communications The cloud is not for everyone, but it may not be clear when it’s a good choice and when it’s not. In our practice, we find many customers making suboptimal choices on ...
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