You can choose any of the SAM partners listed below to work with, regardless of who your Large Account Reseller (LAR) is. Many LARs have expertise in SAM and are also accredited SAM partners. There may be significant benefits to working with your existing LAR on a SAM strategy, or you may prefer to choose a SAM partner whose services complement those of your existing LAR or VAR. Qualified and experienced Software Asset Management (SAM) Partners are able to set up the necessary policies and procedures in your organisation, helping you implement SAM quickly and recommending the most appropriate tools. They can also: | • | Help you control costs through more effective management of software assets | | • | Help you maintain IT transparency and control | | • | Help your IT department better forecast and control expenditures | | • | Help increase security. |
Here is a list of our qualified and experienced SAM Partners. You can contact one of them for a free SAM consultancy session to get you started on The Microsoft SAM Programme. What Makes a Good SAM Partner?Here are key questions to consider when evaluating a SAM Partner: | • | Does the partner’s experience and knowledge of SAM bring value to you and your organisation? | | • | Does the partner have a good understanding of software licence agreements and related legal issues? | | • | Does the partner have a good understanding of licensing deployment? | | • | Does the partner have a solid IT background that enables understanding of the pros and cons of different SAM tools? | | • | Can the partner provide references? (Always check references. Was each client satisfied with the services provided? Would they use the partner again?) | | • | If you are using Microsoft technologies, is the partner at least a Registered or Certified Microsoft SAM Partner with a Licensing Solutions Competency? |
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If you find aspects of SAM challenging, you may want to turn to an experienced and qualified SAM Partner.
If you find aspects of SAM challenging, you may want to turn to an experienced and qualified SAM Partner.
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