Our Services
SAM Program Architecture
We design robust SAM frameworks customized to your organization’s size, technology stack, and goals. From defining governance policies to integrating SAM with IT and finance, we create scalable programs that include cloud (AWS, Azure, OCI) and on-premises assets. Our architects ensure alignment with business objectives, reducing compliance risks and enabling cost efficiency.
Maturity Assessments
Our in-depth assessments evaluate your SAM program’s maturity across people, processes, and tools. Using industry benchmarks (e.g., ISO/IEC 19770-1), we identify gaps in license tracking, compliance, and cost management. Detailed roadmaps guide you toward a world-class SAM program, addressing complexities like Oracle’s Processor metrics or Microsoft’s Azure Hybrid Benefit.
FinOps Program Integration
We bridge SAM and FinOps to optimize cloud and software costs. By integrating tools like Apptio and Cloudability, we provide real-time insights into license usage and cloud spend. Our consultants help align software deployments (e.g., SQL Server on Azure) with cost-saving strategies, achieving 20-30% savings (Gartner 2025 estimate).
Cloud Cost and License Optimization
We specialize in optimizing licenses in dynamic cloud environments. For example, we right-size Oracle Database licenses on OCI or leverage Microsoft’s BYOL for Azure, reducing costs by up to 40%. Our AI-driven analytics identify over-provisioned licenses (e.g., Kubernetes clusters) and recommend consolidations, ensuring efficiency without sacrificing performance.
SAM Tool Selection and Implementation
We assess and recommend SAM tools like ServiceNow SAM Pro, Flexera FlexNet Manager, or Snow Software based on your needs. Our implementation services include configuration, integration with ITSM platforms, and training. For instance, ServiceNow SAM Pro’s inventory and vendor management features are tailored to streamline compliance for multi-vendor ecosystems.
Publisher-Specific Effective License Position (ELP)
We deliver precise ELPs for complex vendors like Oracle, Microsoft, and SAP. Using automated discovery and usage data, we reconcile entitlements against deployments, addressing challenges like Oracle’s virtualization rules or SAP’s indirect access. Our ELPs prepare you for audits and negotiations, minimizing penalties.
Audit Defense and Negotiation Support
Facing an Oracle or Microsoft audit? Our experts analyze your licensing posture, identify compliance gaps, and build defensible positions. We also support contract negotiations, leveraging competitive benchmarks (e.g., AWS RDS vs. Oracle Exadata) to secure discounts or flexible terms, saving 15-25% on renewals (Flexera 2025 data).
Ongoing SAM Managed Services
Our day-to-day SAM support includes license tracking, compliance monitoring, and cost reporting. We manage your SAM tools, handle vendor inquiries, and provide monthly optimization insights, freeing your team to focus on core business. This service ensures continuous alignment with licensing agreements and cloud budgets.
Vendor Risk Management
We mitigate risks from non-compliance, security vulnerabilities, and vendor lock-in. By centralizing vendor contract data in SAM tools, we track renewal dates, negotiate better terms, and flag unsupported software versions, reducing breach risks by 30% (IDC 2025).