15Mar
Microsoft’s Auditors Are Not Infallible
Microsoft licensing is a complex, multi-faceted undertaking, with different rules and license metrics applying to different products. In the context of software audits initiated by Microsoft, it is important to keep in mind the fact...
2Mar
Risk Balancing Provisions in in Managed Services Contracts
The risks for Managed Service Providers are constantly evolving. New cyber threats and regulatory compliance requirements present significant challenges for MSPs. The most important way to mitigate privacy and security risks for Managed Service Providers...
18Feb
Avoid Pitfalls When Deploying ILMT for IBM Software
IBM software is expensive. In some cases, very expensive. While this may represent a necessary cost of doing business for many companies with mission-critical software solutions developed on or using IBM applications, all IBM customers...
28Jan
SQL Server Licensing Challenges in Hosting Environments
Microsoft does not make licensing SQL Server easy, either under SPLA or under volume licensing agreements. Here are the three most significant problems that our clients face when trying to license that product: Four-Core Minimum...
18Jan
Important Questions to Ask During an Oracle License Audit
Some Oracle customers are not aware that by simply installing an Oracle program (even if it is never used), you agree to the terms and conditions of Oracle’s license agreement. During an Oracle License Audit...
17Jan
Managing Risk in Managed Services
Risk Considerations for Managed Services This past week I had the opportunity to present on the topic of managing risk in managed services to the OTX Roundtable. I want the thank the OTX Roundtable and...
