License Strategy Workshops

Transform complex vendor contracts into clear, defensible licensing plans.

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From Fine Print to Actionable Strategy

Oracle and Microsoft licensing programs shift constantly—core factors change, cloud rules evolve, and option lists grow. A License Strategy Workshop brings your IT, finance, and procurement teams together with House of Brick’s senior licensing consultants to break down contract language, dissect usage data, and chart the most cost-effective, audit-ready path forward.

 

License Strategy Workshop Engagement Framework

PhaseKey ActionsOutcomes
Pre-Workshop DiscoveryReview current contracts, renewals, ULAs, usage metrics, and business goalsTailored agenda & data pack
EducateExplain the latest Oracle & SQL Server licensing rules for on-prem, cloud, and hybrid deploymentsShared vocabulary & rulebook
AnalyzeWalk through Opscompass usage dashboards and entitlement data to surface gaps and shelfwareLive risk & savings matrix
Model ScenariosSimulate ULA exits, cloud migrations, right-sizing, and support cost reductions“What-if” cost models
Plan & PrioritizeDefine next actions, owners, and timelines; outline audit-defense playbook12-month license optimization roadmap

Workshop Deliverables

  • Customized slide deck covering rules, risks, and best practices
  • Live “what-if” workbook modeling license and support costs under multiple scenarios
  • Action plan with prioritized tasks, owners, and due dates
  • Audit-defense checklist aligned to your environment
  • Follow-up Q&A session to address new questions

Why Schedule a Workshop?

  • Avoid costly missteps before renewals, ULAs, mergers, or major cloud moves
  • Align stakeholders fast with a shared, accurate picture of entitlements and usage
  • Negotiate with confidence using modeled scenarios and audit-ready documentation

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