Managing your software licences effectively helps you to save money, stay in control and be legal. You ensure you only pay for the software you are using, and keep your overhead and administration costs to a minimum. Taking a systematic approach – and treating your software as a business asset like any other – can pay dividends. A 2008 white paper from the Harrison Group* shows that fully licensed businesses grow faster and are more profitable than those using a mix of genuine and unlicensed software. If you implement a Software Asset Management (SAM) programme you can save up to 30% on your overall licensing costs in the first year.

Successfully auditing and managing your licensing portfolio makes sound business sense. And once you have the process in place, it becomes a straightforward part of your overall corporate planning and control.

* “Impact of Unlicensed Software on Mid-Market Companies”, Harrison Group Inc 2008. Sponsored by Microsoft.

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