Mike Austin
@austinmik
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Mike Austin is the authority on Microsoft licensing. He helps all sizes of organizations with software licensing, audit defense and software asset management.
Toronto, Ontario
Joined July 2013
As a former software sales and licensing rep, I’ve seen firsthand how software licensing practices can be used to take advantage of customers. Here are some of my thoughts based on the current economic climate and software sales:.
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Why You Might Be Failing Your Microsoft Audit. #Microsoftlicensing #IT #SAM #ITAM #softwareaudits #MetrixData360
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Microsoft EA renewals are rigged — and most IT leaders don’t even know it. Join me on Aug 14 @ 11:30am EST, and learn about:.🚨 Hidden pricing traps.🧠 Microsoft’s playbook.💡 How to fight back and save BIG. Register now: #CIO #ITProcurement #MicrosoftEA
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"Don't just set and forget." MetrixData 360's best SAM practice. #SAM #ITAM #Licensing #EA #O365 #softwareassetmanagement.
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Most teams don’t know why their Azure bill keeps rising. Microsoft wants it that way. SLIM360 + our process = visibility, leverage, savings. Just released the quick demo: #Azure #CloudCosts #SAM #FinOps #CIO
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Learn how to reduce cloud costs and boost your ROI: #AWS #Azure #Lucidity #CloudOptimization #ROI #CloudSpending #FinOps
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How well do you know Microsoft Office 365 Bundles?. #SAM #ITlicensing #O365 #ITAM #Licensingcosts #ITknowledge.
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Attn CIOs, CFOs, Procurement Leads, IT Directors, and Digital Transformation Leaders: our next learning session will show you how to create an expert blueprint strategy for software clarity, cost control, and audit readiness at any times. Aug 14 / 11:30am EST with Mike Austin.
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You're likely wasting 30%+ on unused resources, bloated SKUs, and invisible spend. Here are 7 expert-backed ways to stop the bleeding — before your next cloud bill lands. #CloudOptimization #MicrosoftAzure #FinOps #SAM #ITLeadership
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What you need to know about Microsoft 365 Copilot's current Pricing Options. #Microsoft #SAM #softwarelicensing #ITAM.
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On November 12, 2024 Microsoft announced its new commercial and licensing updates, specifically "new monthly billing plan for Microsoft 365 Copilot annual term subscriptions, and standardized billing...
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Still crossing your fingers you won’t hear, “We’re being audited”?.Skip the panic. Download our Software Audit Risk Checklist and walk into any audit knowing every license is locked down, documented, and defensible. 👉 Get the checklist & bullet-proof your environment today.
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“I wish we had internal data to challenge Microsoft’s numbers instead of relying on their narrative.”. That thought echoed in my mind as I stared at the EA renewal proposal sitting on my desk. More accurately, lurking like a wolf in sheep’s clothing. It wasn’t just the numbers
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Thrilled to launch our new Learning Hub with on-demand video learning on the latest in software licensing, contracts negotiation, software audit defense, and so much more!. Complimentary to you. Simply select the on-demand video of interest and watch all the expertise at your
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How much do you know about Microsoft Audit fines and penalties? . #SAM #ITAM #Licensing #Microsoft365 #auditdefense
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Managing Microsoft licensing isn’t easy, even for one of the world’s largest airlines. Despite internal efforts, this client of ours faced major gaps during high-stakes renewals and audits. Here is what we did to help them gain clarity, control, and confidence.
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Which SAM tools are most popular in 2025? .Find our list here: #SAM #topsoftware #SAMtools #MetrixData360.
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The software asset management tools (SAM tools) available in 2025 are more innovative, faster, and more integrated than ever before, making it easier for businesses to stay on top of their software...
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Most CIOs are still treating SAM like it’s 2015. But the game has changed. In my recent presentation "CIO 2030: Winning the New Game of Software Spend" I break down why Software Asset Management and FinOps are converging — and how forward-thinking IT leaders can turn software.
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RT @metrixdata360: Why attend our live learning session "AI & Security” Add-Ons: Game-changer or just a bloated line item" on Jul 10 at 11:….
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Join my upcoming live learning session "AI & Security” Add-Ons: Game-changer or just a bloated line item" on Jul 10 at 11:30am EST. I'll be breaking down the real ROI (or lack thereof) behind Microsoft’s AI, Security & Compliance add-ons. Save your seat now:
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CFOs see Microsoft 365 as a cost center. CIOs want it to drive productivity. IT teams just want it to stop being a problem. Our Microsoft 365 Health Check bridges the gap, by generating a clear view of what you own, what you need, and where the waste is hiding. No fluff. Just
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