“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

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.

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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Most CIOs are still treating SAM like it’s 2015. But the game has changed. In his recent presentation "CIO 2030: Winning the New Game of Software Spend" Mike Austin breaks down why Software Asset Management and FinOps are converging — and how forward-thinking IT leaders can turn.

Why attend our live learning session "AI & Security” Add-Ons: Game-changer or just a bloated line item" on Jul 10 at 11:30am EST 👉. Another powerful no-fluff session with Mike Austin breaking down the real ROI (or lack thereof) behind Microsoft’s AI, Security & Compliance

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

Microsoft is betting big on AI, security, and compliance - and so is your budget. But are these premium add-ons delivering real value to your organization, or are they just shiny features bundled with steep price tags? .Find out in our upcoming live session with Mike Austin and

"The most expensive software in your environment isn’t what you overpay for. It’s what no one uses, but everyone keeps renewing." - Mike Austin, MetrixData 360. Great CIOs don’t just renew. They re-evaluate, reallocate, and relentlessly align spend with business outcomes. Let's

You shouldn’t have to pause your vacation to fix a software licensing fire. But many CIOs still do, because licensing is still a black box. This summer, let MetrixData 360 solutions give you peace of mind:.- No surprise audits.- No overpayments.- No support calls from the beach

Our latest learning session is now available on-demand! Watch Mike Austin discuss how inflated adoption numbers lead to bloated budgets in most organizations. Knowledge you'll gain:.- Why Microsoft’s usage metrics can be misleading.- Hidden costs that go

You might think your Microsoft 365 environment is optimized. But our Health Check tells a different story. Every time. Most organizations we assess are:. 1. Overpaying by 20–40%.2. Carrying unused or mismatched licenses.3. Exposed to compliance risks they didn’t even know about

Microsoft 365 ≠ Office 365. If you’re only getting Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams, that’s Office 365. Microsoft 365 brings in Windows Enterprise, Intune, Defender, and built‑in Copilot AI. In 2025, it's the difference between doing business and scaling securely. Full details in.

Just because your users log in doesn’t mean you’re getting ROI. In fact, most enterprises are overpaying for Microsoft 365, while underutilizing what actually matters. Join Mike Austin for a blunt, no-BS session on:.- Why “adoption” metrics are misleading.- Where Microsoft is

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It might seem nerve-wracking and rather exasperating to push for something you never wanted in the first place. But if you are confident in the quality of your software data and you feel like you are prepared and can no longer take advantage of this downtime, reach out to the.

We are 2 days away from The American CIO & Cybersecurity Summit, where Mike Austin will be a speaker and discuss "CIO 2030: Navigating the Future of SAM, AI, and FinOps" to help CIOs and tech leads to stay ahead of the curve. Booth 20. We would love to see you there!

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Microsoft doesn’t negotiate. They position. By the time you're at the table, it’s too late to optimize entitlements, fix license sprawl, or push back on bloated bundles. That’s why we built the Microsoft 365 Licensing Optimization Masterclass, a hands-on session led by industry