Licence management & optimisation: Reduce costs

Control over licences and costs

Get more value from your licences

Licences are often one of a business’s largest IT investments, but many organisations lack full visibility of how they are used. This can result in unnecessary costs, over-licensing or a failure to comply with contracts and regulations.

As licensing models change and IT environments become increasingly complex, the need for structure, control and ongoing optimisation grows. By understanding which licences are in use, which can be consolidated and where there is room for improvement, it becomes easier to make well-informed decisions.

With the right licence management, you gain better control over costs, contracts and usage, whilst reducing risks and ensuring that your organisation gets the maximum value from its investments.

Here’s how we can help you get more value from your licences

Three ways to optimise licences and reduce costs

Having the right licences is important, but using them wisely is crucial.
Find out how you can reduce costs, avoid pitfalls and gain a better overview of both licences and cloud services.

The right licences from the outset

Ensure that your organisation has the right licences, the right agreements and the right conditions to use them effectively. We can help you navigate the licence models offered by leading suppliers such as Microsoft, Adobe, Citrix, Oracle, IBM, VMware and Veeam.

Take control of licences and contracts

Minimise the risk of over-licensing, unnecessary costs and complex contractual issues. We can assist you with inventory management, analysis, audits and strategic licensing decisions, regardless of the supplier or licensing model.

Strengthen skills within the organisation

Understand the licence terms, models and changes offered by the market’s leading suppliers. We offer training courses in Microsoft, Adobe and Citrix, amongst others, to help businesses make better decisions and get more value from their investments.

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Optimise your licences – and your cloud budget

Having the right licences is important, but using them wisely is crucial.
Find out how you can reduce costs, avoid pitfalls and gain a better overview of both licences and cloud services.

Get more value from your licences

Simplify, optimise and take control of your licences

A guided tour that takes you all the way

We’ll help you understand what’s needed and what isn’t. With support throughout the licensing process, it’ll be easier to make the right decisions and avoid unnecessary costs.

Greater control and less risk

Get an overview of licences, agreements and usage. This reduces the risk of incorrect licensing and provides a better basis for planning and monitoring.

Licences developed in conjunction with the business

Needs change – and so do licences. We’ll help you adapt your licensing strategy as your business evolves.

Support from leading licensing specialists

Get help from experts with experience of Microsoft, Adobe, Citrix, Oracle, VMware, Veeam and many other vendors.

Contract portal for our customers

A contract management service for proactive monitoring of your service agreements and licences

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about licence management

What is licence management?

Licence management is about gaining control over your organisation’s software licences, agreements and usage. By ensuring that the correct licences are used correctly, you can reduce costs, avoid risks and gain a better overview of your IT investments.

How do I know if we have the right licences?

By mapping out which software and services are in use, how they are used and what licences are in place, you can identify both over- and under-licensing. This provides a better basis for decision-making and reduces the risk of unnecessary costs.

How can licence optimisation reduce a business’s costs?

Many organisations pay for licences that are not being used to their full potential, or have more licences than their business requires. Through regular analysis and optimisation, licence costs can often be reduced whilst still meeting users’ needs.

How often should licences be reviewed?

Licence requirements change constantly as the business grows, evolves or introduces new services. It is therefore a good idea to regularly review licence usage and agreements to ensure that the licence strategy continues to support the business’s needs.

What happens during a licence audit?

A licence audit involves a supplier checking whether the organisation is using licences in accordance with the applicable agreements. With effective control over licences, usage and documentation, it becomes easier to manage audits and reduce the risk of unexpected costs.

Do you have any questions?

Hans Hedblom

Sales Manager, Licens

hans.hedblom@advania.com