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Oracle Java Licensing Changes: Understanding Java Licensing in 2023
In the first of 2 blog articles we look at the benefits of implementing a Software Asset Management program to manage risks in your organization.
What is the Oracle No-Fee Terms and Conditions (NFTC) License?
The Oracle NFTC license is the license that can be used for Oracle JDK 17 and later releases. Subject to the conditions of the license, it permits “free” use for all users – even commercial and production use. Under this license, redistribution is also permitted as long as it is not for a fee. Let’s take a look at the terms;
Using Chopt To Enhance Oracle License Compliance With Database Options
When it comes to Oracle licensing, you pay for the database products and options you have installed, regardless of whether they are being actively used within your organization. Therefore, if Oracle database options and packs are ‘on’ by accident, then they present a substantial financial cost to your organization, despite not actually being used.
New Microsoft Process – Introducing Support for Concurrent Exchange Online License Assignments
Microsoft have implemented a new feature within Microsoft and Office 365, which allows tenant...
Software Vendor Audits – 8 Things you need to know
Certero investigates how software audits are wasting up to a month of IT’s time and how you can take steps to reduce this number.
8 Ways Software Asset Management Benefits Your Business
In the first of 2 blog articles we look at the benefits of implementing a Software Asset Management program to manage risks in your organization.
The Top 5 Power-Plays to Optimize Your Microsoft Licensing
Five top tips for managing Microsoft licensing from software lifecycle management to reduce risk and spend.
Understanding Microsoft’s ‘Dedicated Hosted Cloud Services’
Lucy Baker – Certero ITAM Consultant & Microsoft Licensing ExpertMicrosoft have provided some...
SaaS or On-prem – which option is best for ITAM / SAM Solutions?
Migrating workloads to the cloud certainly has its benefits, but can also be a double-edged sword...
4 Steps to Understand (and Trust) Your ITAM / SAM Solution
An ITAM / SAM solution is an essential tool to enable businesses to see, understand and manage IT...
Oracle Java Licensing Changes: Understanding Java Licensing in 2023
In the first of 2 blog articles we look at the benefits of implementing a Software Asset Management program to manage risks in your organization.
What is the Oracle No-Fee Terms and Conditions (NFTC) License?
The Oracle NFTC license is the license that can be used for Oracle JDK 17 and later releases. Subject to the conditions of the license, it permits “free” use for all users – even commercial and production use. Under this license, redistribution is also permitted as long as it is not for a fee. Let’s take a look at the terms;
Using Chopt To Enhance Oracle License Compliance With Database Options
When it comes to Oracle licensing, you pay for the database products and options you have installed, regardless of whether they are being actively used within your organization. Therefore, if Oracle database options and packs are ‘on’ by accident, then they present a substantial financial cost to your organization, despite not actually being used.
New Microsoft Process – Introducing Support for Concurrent Exchange Online License Assignments
Microsoft have implemented a new feature within Microsoft and Office 365, which allows tenant...
Software Vendor Audits – 8 Things you need to know
Certero investigates how software audits are wasting up to a month of IT’s time and how you can take steps to reduce this number.
8 Ways Software Asset Management Benefits Your Business
In the first of 2 blog articles we look at the benefits of implementing a Software Asset Management program to manage risks in your organization.
The Top 5 Power-Plays to Optimize Your Microsoft Licensing
Five top tips for managing Microsoft licensing from software lifecycle management to reduce risk and spend.
Understanding Microsoft’s ‘Dedicated Hosted Cloud Services’
Lucy Baker – Certero ITAM Consultant & Microsoft Licensing ExpertMicrosoft have provided some...
SaaS or On-prem – which option is best for ITAM / SAM Solutions?
Migrating workloads to the cloud certainly has its benefits, but can also be a double-edged sword...
4 Steps to Understand (and Trust) Your ITAM / SAM Solution
An ITAM / SAM solution is an essential tool to enable businesses to see, understand and manage IT...