Storyboard: Cut through Microsoft Licensing Complexity to Negotiate a Better Deal

Author(s): Sandi Conrad

Less than half of surveyed companies purchasing Microsoft software spend significant efforts to prepare for software negotiations. With Microsoft comprising more than 50% of a company’s software budget, this could be leaving considerable money on the table.

This research will provide you with the knowledge and tools you need to:

  • Create a technology roadmap.
  • Build a business case to keep or discontinue Software Assurance.
  • Make an informed decision about license acquisition options.
  • Be well prepared for your license negotiation.
  • Know that you are spending appropriately for your needs.
  • Choose a Microsoft reseller and negotiate the deal.

Proper preparation, including a technical roadmap, vendor research, and license program comparisons are the highest contributing factors to the success of a Microsoft negotiation. Use this Storyboard to make it happen.