Independent analyst firm regarded as an authority on Microsoft licensing rules, roadmap and contract structures, with licensing boot camps and advisory for buyers.
Last reviewed: 5 June 2026 · Reviewed quarterly
Independent analyst firm regarded as an authority on Microsoft licensing rules, roadmap and contract structures, with licensing boot camps and advisory for buyers. Engagements are scoped to your situation — whether that is an active audit, a renewal, or an ongoing software-asset-management program.
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