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Expert resources on software licensing, SAM, and IT asset management.

• Microsoft is raising prices from July. How to avoid the “AI tax” and save millions?
  From 1 July 2026, Microsoft is raising Microsoft 365 cloud subscription prices by up to 33%, effectively introducing a new "AI tax" for over 400 million users worldwide. As business software budgets face this significant impact, companies are increasingly turning to cost-effective hybrid models as cheaper alternatives.
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• SPP ZOZ IM. DR ST. DERESZA W CHOROSZCZY
  
• ŚLĄSKIE CENTRUM CHORÓB SERCA W ZABRZU
  
• Splendido
  
• Košice
  
• STAV
  
• Today Science
  
• SAD Poprad a.s.
  
• TRGOFORT
  
• Slovenské elektrárne
  
• UHP Digital
  
• ÚRAD PRE REGULÁCIU ELEKTRONICKÝCH KOMUNIKÁCIÍ A POŠTOVÝCH SLUŽIEB
  
• Vojenský technický ústav
  
• Wristfield
  
• Újpest Önkormányzata
  
• Zásielkovňa
  
• Dopravní podnik města Brna a.s.
  
• Software audit: Keep your licensing status under control
  Not sure if your software licenses comply with legal and licensing rules? Wondering if you're not under-licensed? Our Software audit service has got you covered!
• Správa uprchlických zařízení MV ČR
  
• Ministerstvo kultury a národního dědictví Polska
  
• Velitelství vojvodské policie v Opolí
  
• Ministerstvo životního prostředí ČR
  
• Nemocnice Znojmo
  
• Ministerstvo dopravy a výstavby SR
  
• Sveučilište u Zagrebu - Metalurški fakultet
  
• DPD
  
• Ministerstvo zahraničních věcí ČR
  
• Nemocnica Poprad
  
• Hlavní ředitelství státní hasičské služby
  
• Varnenski svoboden universitet "Chernorizets Hrabar"
  
• Veolia
  
• Vojenská zpravodajská služba Bulharska
  
• České dráhy
  
• LOM PRAHA s.p.
  
• Vojenská nemocnice Brno
  
• JB Energija
  
• Slovenski regionalno razvojni sklad
  
• Calculate the returns from selling unused software and the savings from buying a perpetual VMware licence with Forscope calculators
  Forscope calculators help companies quickly estimate the value of unused software licences and compare potential savings from buying secondary perpetual VMware licences instead of a new subscription. In just a few seconds, businesses can identify hidden financial reserves in their IT infrastructure and make more informed software licensing decisions.
• Companies face dilemma: How to invest in IT development while cutting costs
  According to a comprehensive Forscope survey of Infoshare attendees, rising software subscription prices are stifling corporate innovation, making IT cost optimization essential for funding AI implementation and application development.
• Changes in VMware licensing are forcing companies to seek relief in the secondary licence market
  Broadcom’s acquisition of VMware has significantly changed its licensing policy, leading to higher virtualization costs for many companies. The move to subscriptions and large software bundles is forcing businesses to look for alternative solutions. Secondary software licences can help companies optimize costs while maintaining the infrastructure they need.
• Why choose Volume Windows Server instead of OEM?
  Licensing made simple: a one-pager for busy professionals.
• SQL Server – how to upgrade Express/Developer/Evaluation to Standard or Enterprise
  Step-by-step guide for upgrading SQL Server Express, Developer or Evaluation to Standard or Enterprise edition.
• Infoshare - win the prizes
  
• Stop paying monthly "fees" for software you don't use. Get your own custom solution.
  Stop paying for unused software features. Learn why custom-built solutions are replacing expensive SaaS subscriptions and how to regain financial freedom and process efficiency.
• VMware price hikes of hundreds of percent are forcing companies to look for alternatives
  Discover how Broadcom’s shift to subscription models and bundled licensing is impacting IT budgets worldwide. In this expert breakdown, Forscope’s Filip Sulak explains the practical consequences of the VMware acquisition and why savvy businesses are turning to secondary software licenses as a strategic solution to slash virtualization costs. Learn how to navigate the new licensing landscape and protect your bottom line.
• FAQ: Legal department licensing solution partner
  Reselling perpetual software licenses in the EU is legal under CJEU rules. This model is fully compliant, risk-free for partners, requires no initial customer data, and ensures GDPR-level protection. Partners simply introduce opportunities while Forscope handles evaluation, legal validation, and payment – helping customers unlock value from unused licenses.
• Secondary software: How to digitalize your business without overspending
  Secondary software markets allow organizations to legally buy and sell used perpetual licenses, often saving 30–70% on costs. Under EU law, these licenses remain fully valid if properly transferred and uninstalled by the original owner. This approach helps companies reduce IT expenses, improve software asset management, and reinvest savings into other digital initiatives.
• How to activate Office offline (via the Microsoft Product Activation Portal)
  Step-by-step guide for activating Office products via the Microsoft Product Activation Portal.
• SQL Calculator - compare costs of all the SQL licensing models for your environment
  Compare SQL Server licensing costs across models, editions, and time horizons with an easy-to-use calculator. Evaluate per core vs. Server + CAL, factor in Software Assurance, and optimize your setup with clear visuals and exportable results.