Soft-Aid Services Overview

We provide consulting services in the field of Software Asset Management (SAM), an integrated set of policies, processes, people, and tools dedicated to the active management of software assets within an organization. 

As SAM specialists, we combine knowledge of software licensing and SAM best practices with refined SAM tool sets and proven project management strategies, to enable our clients to effectively address critical business issues related to software:

• Reduce legal and financial risks related to software license compliance.
• Optimize software purchasing.
• Reduce Software Asset Management costs.
• Ensure effective use and control of software assets.
• Improve IT efficiency and enable strategic planning related to software.

Download: an Overview of Software Asset Management

Our Software Asset Management services can be engaged individually or as steps to developing a complete SAM program.  This chart details a logical order for engaging our services:

Many of Soft-Aid’s services are also available as managed services. To learn more, ask us about our Software Asset Management Outsourcing services.

Software License Position Analysis

Eliminate immediate legal and financial risks from improper software licensing and uncover potential savings. Our License Position Analysis service identifies both unlicensed software and software that is underutilized and can be redeployed in your organization.

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Software Asset Management Assessment

Obtain peace of mind that you are effectively managing your software assets. Our Software Asset Management Assessment service is the most efficient and complete way to analyze your current SAM practices and compare them to industry-recognized frameworks and standards. We provide a roadmap of recommendations that drives immediate and long-term improvements.

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Implementation and Optimization of Software Asset Management Tools

Ensure that you have the right SAM Tools for your organization and are receiving the maximum return on your investment. Our Selection, Implementation, and Optimization of Software Asset Management Tools service helps customers evaluate and select the best tools for their environment. We also assist with implementing tools and configuring them for best use.

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Software Asset Management Training and Employee Awareness

Communicate the importance of reducing regulatory and license compliance risks by following effective SAM practices. Our Software Asset Management Training and Employee Awareness service is the most efficient way to ensure that key SAM personnel and end users understand their roles and responsibilities related to company software and are able to fulfill them.

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Design and Implementation of Software Asset Management Policies, Processes, and Procedures

Implement new and revised SAM policies, processes, and procedures. We will help identify current ITAM capabilities, dependencies, and workflows and redesign key processes to achieve desired outcomes. A natural next step from our Software Asset Management Assessment service, this service ensures that your SAM program aligns with industry-recognized frameworks and standards such as the ITIL SAM Best Practice Framework and ISO 19770-1 SAM Process Standard.

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Software Deployment Readiness Assessment

Deploy new software, such as Microsoft Windows VistaTM, with confidence. Our Software Deployment Readiness Assessment service provides a fast and complete way to plan and budget for software deployments.

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Software Contract Management

Ensure favorable contract terms, maximize use of contract benefits, and reduce the costs of managing software contracts. We can help you review and negotiate new contracts such as purchasing contracts and maintenance renewals. We can also perform a thorough review of existing contracts. We can also develop and implement a program that effectively manages software contracts.

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Software License Management

Eliminate legal and financial risks from improper software licensing. Optimize software purchasing. Our Software License Management service provides an in-depth review of your current license management practices.

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