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SOFTWARE AUDIT DEFENSE
Software licensing audits are becoming more common
In the IT world, vendor audits are a fact of life. Companies with an array of licenses through multiple vendors may even have several taking place at once. If total installations top total licenses, you could be in for a slew of expensive penalties. The unfortunate truth is that compliance audits have become a lucrative revenue driver for software vendors.
Some have even created sales objectives around them. This naturally leads to more audits. And that, in turn, means more cost, risk, and general disruption to you. If the inevitable speed bump is going to surface, you need to be prepared for it. Our audit experts have your back and will help you navigate these murky waters. Enter your audit with confidence.
PROTECT YOUR RESOURCES AND YOUR PEOPLE
We exist to find you cost savings, period. This applies to everything we do from contract negotiation to licensing optimization. So, when it comes to compliance, we apply our same extensive training and expertise to mitigate the effects of vendor audits.
SUPPORT YOUR TEAM
Reconciling software licenses across the enterprise is, at the very least, distracting. The stress for those involved in tracking large numbers of users, products, and licensing structures can build up quickly. We unload as many of their action items as possible when supporting an audit.
CONTROL THE NARRATIVE
Discretion is the name of the game here. It’s important to understand what auditors need so that you don’t overshare. This is a big mistake we see because it can inadvertently lead to self-incrimination. We help you with data collection and submission so you can take back the reins on communications.
ACCEPT VENDOR FINDINGS AT YOUR OWN RISK
The truth is that their claims may very well be skewed or outright wrong. Our experience on the vendor side and familiarity with their audits allow us to validate their data, spot inaccuracies, and help you properly refute them.
CURTAIL OVERALL IMPACT
Audits that turn up legitimate licensing violations have financial repercussions. We ensure that penalties are minimized and settlement fees are fair, not arbitrary. We can help benchmark pricing for any new products as well and help you avoid similar situations moving forward.
OUR SOFTWARE AUDIT DEFENSE PROCESS
Our clients rest assured knowing they have an experienced defense team in their corner. We’ll do everything we can to relieve the anxiety that comes along with these procedures and place you in the best possible position for resolution.
Step 1. Data
We start by helping you compile the information you need to submit. Even further, we also coach you on what you’re not obligated to share.
Step 2. Findings
We conduct a thorough examination of the auditing team’s report to validate its claims and flag any inaccuracies.
Step 3. Price
Applying our institutional expertise to their report, we recommend a reasonable price for any penalties incurred.
Step 4. Settlement
We facilitate a final agreement that leaves more money in your pocket.
Timing
Support may take from 1 week to 1 month depending on audit depth
Cost
Percentage of the savings achieved.
In today’s software environment, it helps to have a partner who has your best interests at heart.