Hello All: Microsoft is funding zero-cost virtualization assessments that include a virtualization review with end-to-end analysis and mapping of virtual environments, taking into consideration current deployment, usage and licensing data for Windows Server, MS-SQL Server, and the Systems Center product line, in particular. FYI, these are the products that have unique licensing entitlements where it is easy to over-purchase!
If this is of any interest to members of the SCCM listserv, feel free to reach out (in confidence) for more info. These assessments are designed to be a value-add and "win" for customers. Some of the deliverables include: * Understand how you may be over-licensed (server virtualization is one of those areas where one can easily overbuy given the licensing entitlements that comes with Windows Server and other Microsoft server products). * Learn how to put governance practices in place to ensure that you retain control over your VOSEs before they further proliferate. * Gain an understanding of how the settings in VMware or Hyper-V can affect your software licensing needs. FYI: This program is being offered by Microsoft to companies of all sizes. Regards, David E. Yashar Managing Consultant / Soft-Aid The Software Asset Management Specialists Voice/Main: 781-569-0410 Fax: 617-848-5844 email: [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> web: www.aid.com<http://www.aid.com/>
