Adobe Retires VIP Commercial Program: Transition to VIP Marketplace by May 31, 2025

Adobe has officially announced the retirement of its Value Incentive Plan (VIP) for commercial segment customers, with a complete transition to the VIP Marketplace required by May 31, 2025. This change affects all commercial customers globally, including those who had previously received extensions to the migration deadline. After this date, end-users remaining under the VIP…

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Upcoming Price Increase and Changes to Microsoft On-Prem Server Licensing

Microsoft has announced significant licensing and pricing changes for its on-premises server products, effective July 1, 2025. These updates will impact organizations relying on Exchange Server, Skype for Business Server, and SharePoint Server. As the software asset management (SAM) landscape evolves, understanding these changes is crucial for maintaining compliance and optimizing costs.  What’s Changing? 1.…

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W16 SAM & ITAM Jobs | #ITAMjobs

Hi everyone, Here are this week’s SAM & ITAM career opportunities. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting, there’s something for everyone. If you’re trying to fill some positions or looking for your dream job in the industry, hit that follow button or slide into our DMs for more updates like this. Job opportunities Company Name…

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Navigating Data Sovereignty: How Microsoft’s EU Compliance Battle is Reshaping Licensing and SAM

In March 2024, the European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS) ruled that the European Commission’s use of Microsoft 365 violated EU data protection laws. Over a year later, the issue remains unresolved, highlighting ongoing challenges in compliance, data sovereignty, and licensing strategies across the Software Asset Management (SAM) landscape. Microsoft’s Response and Ongoing Legal Battle Microsoft…

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W15 SAM & ITAM Jobs | #ITAMjobs

Hi everyone, Here are this week’s SAM & ITAM career opportunities. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting, there’s something for everyone. If you’re trying to fill some positions or looking for your dream job in the industry, hit that follow button or slide into our DMs for more updates like this. Job opportunities Company Name…

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Introducing NEO Support: AI-Powered Customer Support for Licenseware Products

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of NEO Support, a specialized version of our beloved AI licensing chatbot, NEO, tailored specifically for customer support inquiries related to Licenseware products. Why NEO Support? The standout feature of NEO Support is its training—it’s exclusively trained on our own documentation! This laser-focused approach ensures accurate, reliable, and specific answers…

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Oracle VirtualBox Licensing Guide

Oracle VM VirtualBox is a robust, cross-platform virtualization application that enables users to run multiple operating systems concurrently on a single physical machine. Developed by Oracle Corporation, VirtualBox is widely utilized by IT professionals and developers for tasks such as testing, development, and deployment across diverse environments. Understanding the licensing structure of VirtualBox is essential…

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DOGE Bites Oracle: Pentagon’s $280M Oracle HR Software Fiasco Spotlights Need for Smarter Licensing

Behind the Oracle HR Software Debacle The Pentagon has decisively terminated a massive human resources software project, built on Oracle technology, after it ballooned $280 million over budget and fell dramatically behind schedule. This cancellation is a significant blow to Oracle, raising concerns about transparency, accountability, and the efficiency of large-scale government software licensing and…

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W14 SAM & ITAM Jobs | #ITAMjobs

Hi everyone, Here are this week’s SAM & ITAM career opportunities. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting, there’s something for everyone. If you’re trying to fill some positions or looking for your dream job in the industry, hit that follow button or slide into our DMs for more updates like this. Job opportunities Company Name…

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US Lawmakers Revisit Software Licensing Bill: What It Means for Your SAM Strategy

In a significant move for government IT management, lawmakers are once again introducing the Strengthening Agency Management and Oversight of Software Assets Act. The bill aims to standardize and improve software licensing practices across federal agencies, addressing persistent issues of inefficiency, overspending, and compliance risk. “By improving transparency, reducing duplication, and leveraging enterprise licensing, we…

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Major Update for VMware Customers: minimum purchase requirement of 72 cores per product

If you’re managing VMware licenses, this development demands your immediate attention. Starting April 10, 2025, VMware customers will face significant licensing changes following Broadcom’s updated policies. The update introduces a minimum purchase requirement of 72 cores per product, not a per-CPU licensing requirement of 72 cores as initially reported. What’s Changing? What This Means for You…

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VMware’s Lawsuit Against Siemens: A Stark Reminder to Get Your Software Licensing in Order

In a significant development for the software licensing industry, VMware, now a subsidiary of Broadcom Inc., has initiated legal proceedings against Siemens AG and several of its U.S.-based subsidiaries. The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware, accuses Siemens of copyright infringement related to unauthorized usage of VMware software. The…

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Oracle Data Breach: Important Information and Steps to Protect Your Organization

On March 21, 2025, a user going by rose87168 posted on BreachForums claiming to have compromised Oracle Cloud, a widely-used platform in enterprises worldwide. According to the alleged breach details, the attacker gained access through the login portal login.[region-name].oraclecloud.com . The stolen database reportedly contains sensitive data, including: While Oracle has publicly denied the occurrence of any security…

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Licenseware Recognized as a High Performer on G2 Grid for SAM Tools

The latest G2 Grid for Software Asset Management (SAM) tools has just been released, and Licenseware is honored to once again be recognized as a High Performer, driven largely by our exceptional customer satisfaction ratings. This achievement reflects our ongoing commitment to providing intuitive, flexible, and effective SAM solutions that meet the evolving needs of…

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Unlocking Trillions: The True Value of Open Source Software

In an era where software shapes nearly every aspect of our economy, understanding the true value of Open Source Software (OSS) has never been more critical. A recent study by Harvard Business School and the University of Toronto provides groundbreaking insights into how profoundly OSS impacts the global economy, highlighting both its enormous economic footprint…

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Licenseware @ Oracle Cloud World Tour 🇬🇧 London

Yesterday marked a fantastic day at Oracle Cloud World Tour London! It’s incredible how far we’ve come—just a few years ago, I attended this very event to introduce Licenseware to potential sponsors. Fast forward to today, many of those sponsors have become our valued clients and partners. Moments like these remind me of why we…

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Oracle ULA vs. PULA: Flexibility or Long-term Stability

Oracle licensing models significantly influence IT strategies, budgets, and operational flexibility. Understanding the distinctions between Oracle’s Unlimited License Agreement (ULA) and Perpetual Unlimited License Agreement (PULA) is essential for optimizing your organization’s licensing approach. Oracle ULA: Flexibility for Growth An Oracle ULA typically spans 2–3 years, granting unlimited deployment rights for specified Oracle products within…

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SAM Tools Market Research

Introduction Software Asset Management (SAM) tools help organizations track and optimize software licenses, usage, and compliance throughout the software lifecycle. These solutions enable firms to reduce costs by eliminating unused licenses, ensure compliance with complex vendor agreements, and prepare for software audits. With enterprises spending billions on software annually, effective SAM has become critical – Gartner estimates that up…

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