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Microsoft Software Asset Management

Software Asset Management (SAM) is a strategy implemented by world-class organizations to properly manage software assets and stay ahead of the game. SAM enables businesses to save money in procurement, network uptime, server consolidation and asset retirement, as well as to manage technology changes efficiently, increase competitiveness and reduce risk.

Consider these 10 questions to determine if your company is staying compliant with its software licensing agreements:
  1. Do you know precisely what software is installed on each computer?
  2. Do you perform ongoing inventories of installed software electronically?
  3. Can you put your hands on all your licenses within 48 hours?
  4. Are computers locked down to prevent users from downloading or installing software?
  5. Are administrative rights restricted and enforced?
  6. Are software purchasing, budgets and upgrade plans centralized?
  7. Do you maintain a current list of approved software licenses?
  8. Do you reconcile your purchases with installations quarterly?
  9. Do you have access to a trained software licensing expert?
  10. Does your policy manual describe the proper use of software and procedures for acquiring software?

If you answered "yes" to these ten questions, your company most likely values the idea of a strong software-compliance initiative. There is a lot more you can do, though. Learn more about the six action steps developed in the SAM strategy to ensure complete software compliance across any business.

Zones Incorporated has five services available to help your stay current with your software licensing:

Zones and SMS Incorporated

Software Management Systems (SMS), Inc. and Zones have teamed up to offer Zones customers a confidential consultation to become software compliant. The founders of SMS, Inc. have managed licenses since 1980 and during that time have carried responsibility for millions of dollars in software assets. SMS, Inc. approaches software asset management from the perspective of how it fits into a total IT governance picture using a series of best practices. Over the years, SMS, Inc. has culled these best practices from a broad spectrum of companies in a myriad of industries to bring you a complete, streamlined package of action points. Click here for more information.


Zones Professional Services

Our expertly trained specialists possess proven analytical capabilities and in-depth knowledge of the latest technologies, ensuring we continually provide you with rapid, revolutionary solutions and world-class customer service.

Our Services team will closely collaborate with you to design the right technological solutions for your business objectives. We can equip you with highly skilled technicians and system engineers to plan, design and install custom products, so you implement solutions specific to your company's needs. Click here for more information.


ZonesConnect

Administer asset management with the ease of clerical burdens in compliancy, software acquisition and management with ZonesConnect procurement site. Ordering, tracking, and reporting are easily available with a phone call or email. Each site is interacted with your database to provide highly accurate, real-time product and pricing information when it is the most beneficial-at the point of purchase.

Each customer is assigned a dedicated Account Executive who collaborates with the team in providing a one stop shopping for all software acquisition, deployment and budgeting needs. Monthly price lists and promotions specific to your organization are generated and communicated to you in a streamlined software procurement and acquisition process. Click here for more information.


Zones Licensing Tracker

The Zones Licensing Tracker is complimentary software license management resources required to track all your license agreements, and help ensure compliance. Zones License Tracker is integrated into ZonesConnect, our automated procurement tool, providing you a comprehensive purchasing solution.
  • Create a repository of all your software license data
  • Stay proactive on license renewals with notifications and reports
  • Utilize reporting tools that adapt to your workflow
  • Track data from other software license providers
  • Keep abreast of upcoming license news and offers

Zones Licensing Bid Desk

As a Gold Certified Partner, Zones represents the highest level of competence and expertise with Microsoft technologies, and has the closest working relationship with Microsoft.

Our Licensing Specialists can provide you with comprehensive licensing information and create solutions to fit your organization's needs and budget. They work directly with software manufacturers and their representatives to give you timely and accurate information, ensuring you stay on top of your organization's options. Let our team serve you!

Microsoft-specific areas of expertise:
  • Enterprise Agreements (ESA)
  • Select Contracts (LAR)
  • Academic Licensing (AER)
  • Open & Charity Licensing
Zones, Inc. is certified as a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) under the guidelines of the National Minority Supplier Development Council, Inc. (NMSDC), and is a member of the Northwest Minority Business Council. As a certified MBE, Zones can offer your business with diversity initiatives the opportunity to competitively procure IT products and services from a trusted, reliable single-source provider.




To Place an Order or for More Information,

CONTACT: Your Account Manager or Zones Licensing Business Desk 800.418.9663 or email at software.licensing@zones.com


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Zones License Tracker
Manage your software licenses in one place with Zones License Tracker
· Renewal notifications
· Customizable reporting tools
· Utilize data from other vendors
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