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Join the Discussion

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Customer Community CHAT for Microsoft Volume Licensing is a monthly forum for individuals who are responsible for ongoing software management. The program provides business and purchasing decision makers with an inside look at future Microsoft technologies and programs, as well as an opportunity to represent their company's interests by providing feedback about licensing strategies, design, pricing, tools, and industry trends.

As a member of the Customer Community CHAT, you'll have the opportunity to:

  • Join monthly conference calls that are easy to register for.

  • Participate in regional meetings around the world with other business leaders and Microsoft, scheduled throughout the year.

  • Access the Customer Community CHAT Web site to view event schedules, meeting summaries, provide real-time feedback, and more.

Examples of discussion topics include:

  • License management and tracking.

  • Security

  • Server licensing

  • Server virtualization

  • Microsoft Software Assurance and benefits

  • Procurement practices

  • Select versus Enterprise Agreement preferences

  • Contract life-cycle management

  • The value of flexible billing options

A completed nondisclosure agreement (NDA) must be received prior to participation. Application to the program does not guarantee participation in the program. If you are interested in joining the Customer Community CHAT forum, please send e-mail to vlcc@microsoft.com.