Licensing

Licensing coverage across vendor paper, metrics, audits, and renewal math. Posts here treat the contract as the object: processors, Named User Plus, named users, seats, and what changes when the same SKU moves to a listed cloud.

This is the commercial parent file, not a product tour and not company news. Vendor-only questions belong in Microsoft, Oracle, VMware, SAP, Adobe, or the other child categories. Use this archive when the question still spans more than one publisher.

Five Oracle Licensing Pitfalls to Avoid 🎣

By Alex Cojocaru | August 15, 2023

Oracle has been in the process of moving its complex installed base to the cloud…

Manage your Java with OJDM ☕

By Alex Cojocaru | July 20, 2023

Java is the backbone of countless applications worldwide. As a business, understanding your Java licensing…

Simplifying SQL Licensing with Maximum Virtualisation Analysis

By Alex Cojocaru | July 19, 2023

Understanding licensing can be a tricky affair for many. To make your life easier, let’s…

Navigating Tier 2 Software Publishers: Audits and Compliance

By Alex Cojocaru | July 18, 2023

Navigating the world of software giants like SAP, Oracle, and IBM, we’re all aware of…

Microsoft Product Terms update for July 2023

By Alex Cojocaru | July 12, 2023

Microsoft has released an update to its Product Terms for July 2023. The update includes…

Microsoft Announces Consistent Global Pricing for the Microsoft Cloud

By Alex Cojocaru | July 5, 2023

Microsoft has announced that it is aligning the pricing of its Microsoft Cloud products globally.…

Microsoft Deployment Manager app updates: SQL Server report

By Alex Cojocaru | June 29, 2023

We’re thrilled to share the recent Microsoft Deployment Manager app updates. Specifically, we are discussing…

Oracle’s Subtle Tactics in Guiding Customers to New Database Versions

By Alex Cojocaru | June 27, 2023

Oracle has recently been accused of utilizing various strategic moves to encourage its customers to…

Introducing the Red Hat Deployment Manager App

By Alex Cojocaru | May 29, 2023

We’re thrilled to announce the release of our Red Hat Deployment Manager app! ? Designed…

Unleashing the Power of Oracle Contractual Terms and Entitlements Extraction

By Alex Cojocaru | May 23, 2023

We’re overjoyed to announce that Oracle contractual terms, entitlements, and information extraction is now live!…

Oracle CloudWorld Tour London – A Memorable and Rewarding Experience ?

By Alex Cojocaru | April 21, 2023

Yesterday, we attended the Oracle CloudWorld Tour London, a remarkable event that brought together numerous…

Understanding Microsoft Licensing: What You Need to Know

By Alex Cojocaru | March 23, 2023

In today’s business environment, technology plays a crucial role in helping businesses stay competitive. Microsoft…

Oracle Cost Optimisation Tips

By Alex Cojocaru | March 22, 2023

Running an Oracle database can be an expensive proposition for any organization, especially for small…

What are the licensing implications of deploying Microsoft products in hybrid environments?

By Alex Cojocaru | March 16, 2023

Deploying Microsoft products in hybrid environments, where a combination of on-premises and cloud-based infrastructure is…

Oracle Master Agreement: benefits, drawbacks, and negotiation tips

By Alex Cojocaru | March 16, 2023

Oracle Master Agreement (OMA) is a standard document that outlines the terms and conditions for…

Achieving solid ROI through incremental SAM tool implementation

By Alex Cojocaru | March 15, 2023

Implementing a Software Asset Management (SAM) tool across an entire organisation can be a complex…

Microsoft SPLA: benefits, drawbacks, and negotiation tips

By Alex Cojocaru | March 13, 2023

Microsoft Services Provider License Agreement (SPLA) is a licensing program that allows service providers to…

A Free Rebuild Is Not a Closed Red Hat File

By Alex Cojocaru | March 10, 2023

You opened a Red Hat alternatives URL. Keep it. This page is the map of…

What is the role of Microsoft License Mobility in moving licenses between on-prem and cloud environments?

By Alex Cojocaru | March 9, 2023

Microsoft License Mobility is a Software Assurance benefit that plays a crucial role in allowing…

Reduce risk while maximising ROI on your software investments

By Alex Cojocaru | March 9, 2023

In today’s fast-paced and technologically-driven business environment, software is an essential component of daily operations.…