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Microsoft Licensing
Directions is an independent and trusted source of information and training on Microsoft licensing programs and rules. Our Microsoft licensing guides, webinars, and two-day Microsoft Licensing Boot Camps equip you with the critical knowledge you need to make smarter decisions about your company's Microsoft software investments.
Microsoft LicensingBoot CampTwo days of graduate-level training to develop your own Microsoft licensing expertise and equip you with the critical knowledge you need to drive maximum value from your company's Microsoft software investments. Next Boot Camps:
" The best seminar I have ever attended in terms of content relevancy, knowledge & expertise of the instructors, quality of the materials, delivery."
John Neutzman, Senior Program Manager - IT Contracts & Procurement, Flow International Corp. " The Licensing Boot Camp is an eye opening experience. The quality of instruction is excellent. The amount of information received is amazing and an immediate return on investment."
Brenda Levihn, IT Asset Manager - Insurance Division, StoneRiver What Is It?The Directions on Microsoft Licensing Boot Camp is a two-day workshop that demystifies Microsoft licensing programs and rules. You get the information and knowledge you need to intelligently evaluate your Microsoft licensing options and maximize the return on your software investments. Learn licensing in a way that is clear and concise, with no hidden agendas. You will learn:
You will also learn how to:
" While the information presented is great, being in a room full of people trying to understand Microsoft licensing is priceless! I’ve picked up new information each time I’ve attended this Boot Camp."
Jan Morris, CSAM, IT Procurement/Licensing Administrator, GuideOne Insurance "Although I have had many years in the IT field, I am new to Microsoft licensing and some of this
stuff can be overwhelming. Attending your Boot Camp validated my thinking on some of the key concepts and really helped me get a solid foundation of knowledge in order to help my company maximize our investments in Microsoft technology. Even several weeks later, I am still reaping rewards from taking it!" Beryl Scrivens, Finance & Operations Officer, Intl. Development Resource Center Who Should Attend?If your job has anything to do with licensing Microsoft technologies YOU should attend this seminar. Whether you’re an IT procurement specialist, a software asset manager, a systems architect, or a major Microsoft partner, this Boot Camp will advance your skills and give you the resources you need to address any Microsoft licensing question.
" At IVENT we spend a great deal of time and money making sure that we Christ van Gestel, Product Group Manager, IVENT " The Boot Camp helped me to understand the intricacies of the options out there for all the different Enterprise products. I learned some good tips about interacting with the LAR's too. If your company is going to purchase or renew with Microsoft, I highly recommend it! " Matt McGhee, Technology Risk Consultant, Deloitte & Touche Why Attend?You already know this better than anyone: Microsoft licensing presents an overwhelming array of programs and choices, each with its own set of implications that could seriously impact your IT operations, budgets, and plans. Making the wrong choice can cost you thousands of dollars, or worse, expose you to legal risk because of non-compliance. Gain confidence in your choices and network with your peers to get an insider's knowledge of how to find the answers your team needs for any licensing scenario. Everyone will leave with:
Licensing newcomers will learn:
Microsoft licensing veterans will:
" Directions on Microsoft Boot Camp Training is absolutely essential for anyone who deals with Microsoft licensing. The course is taught by the most knowledgeable professionals, the course material is timely and succinct, and the overall experience is positive. We moved to a win-win relationship with Microsoft now that we understand the licensing rules. I highly recommend Directions on Microsoft Boot Camp Training to anyone who has direct or indirect responsibility for insuring that your organization is compliant with Microsoft licensing rules."" John Meiers – Sourcing Leader, H&R Block " Although the topic of licensing can be dry, complicated, and exhausting, the "Licensing Fundamentals" section of the course was well written, current, and turned on the light bulb in all areas. " Lyle Arsenault, Manager, IT Administration, Husky Energy Who's Already Attended?IT professionals from more than 1300 companies have already graduated from the Boot Camp since we launched these classes less than two years ago. CIOs, CTOs, IT architects, software asset managers, and IT procurement professionals - all emerged vastly better equipped to understand and make informed decisions about their Microsoft licensing options [read what they say]. Boot camp alumni represent companies such as:
" Exceeded my expectations in the amount of knowledge I gained. " Bruce Burgin, Operations Leader, Owens Corning " It's my job to be our company's Microsoft licensing expert and I've always relied on Directions on Microsoft for objective and factual information. I just returned from your licensing boot camp in Las Vegas and must say that I've never received that level of detailed training anywhere else. "
Kevin Suckow, US Director of Enterprise Sales, SoftwareOne Top 6 Reasons to Attend the Licensing Boot Camp1. Discover new options that reduce licensing costs 2. Learn how to stay compliant without overbuying 3. Fill in critical gaps in your licensing knowledge 4. Identify weaknesses in your licensing strategy 5. Add confidence to your EA and SA decisions 6. Network with your peers and compare notes
" Having read many editions of Directions on Microsoft I can honestly say the licensing content is truly first-class and has been an invaluable resource in providing me with detailed and accurate licensing information and answers that I have been unable to find anywhere else. " Troy Parker, Software Asset Management & Licensing Specialist, Discover SAM Pty Ltd. What's it Worth to You?Ever wonder if licensing training is worthwhile? Sometimes you can get free training from your software vendor or reseller. Sometimes you can hire a consultant to review your situation and give you negotiating advice. Well, that's not what we do. We train you in the fundamentals of Microsoft licensing from A to Z so that you can develop your own expertise. By the end of our Boot Camp, you'll have the in-house knowledge you need to avoid tens-of-thousands of dollars in unnecessary licensing costs. And if you do decide to hire a consultant, you'll quickly know if the advice you're getting is sound. No one can possibly know everything about Microsoft licensing. But you can get close enough to protect your investments. We'll help you master the ground rules, spot new opportunities for savings, and know what licensing traps to avoid as you plan new projects. You'll be far better prepared whenever you talk to your Microsoft sales representatives or consultants. Isn't it worth it? " The Licensing Boot Camp was an incredible help in pulling it all together just in time for contract renewal. Jim Jones, Director, Information Technology, Pittsburgh Corning Corporation What Makes Our Training Different?No hidden agenda. We're not Microsoft or one of their LARs, so we don't have a vested interest in how much software your company buys. And we're not a software asset management vendor or consultant, so we don't have a vested interested in selling you a SAM solution or a consulting project. We're educators. Our sole mission is to equip you to be your own best advocate when it comes to licensing Microsoft software. Focus & depth. Unlike many companies that offer Microsoft licensing training, we're not a one-man shop. Nor are we a side-business of a much larger company. We're an independent analyst firm focused exclusively on Microsoft since 1992. Our experts have decades of industry experience and an institutional understanding of Microsoft technologies and how they're licensed. In terms of focus and depth-of-knowledge, no other company even comes close. Backed by research. We back up our training with the best set of Microsoft licensing information resources available. These include in-depth licensing guides for each key product and a monthly licensing update service that keeps you abreast of significant changes in Microsoft licensing policies -- detailed and objective information that will reinforce and sustain everything you learn at our seminar. " Microsoft licensing can be overwhelming, to say the least! Hearing from independent experts who have no personal stake in my decisions is of extreme value. I was able to take off the 'negotiating' hat, which is always present when speaking to vendors. " Daphine Devine, Program Manager, Technology Sourcing & Contracts Group, PricewaterhouseCoopers
" Directions on Microsoft is amazing. We have never had a resource on licensing that even comes close to what you provide. " Nancy Taylor, Manager, IT Expenses, Torchmark Convince Your Boss!Cut and paste this letter if you need to justify this training for your boss:
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* Early Bird registration discount applies to first registrant only. Additional discounts available for group registrations. Cancellations & Refunds:You will receive a full refund if you cancel your registration at least 30 days before the event. Thereafter, you will receive a 50% credit towards a future Licensing Boot Camp.
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Additional Resources
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- Office 2013 Licensing for Consumer and Small Business
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- Licensing Office RT for Commercial Use
- Per-User CAL Prices Raised 15%
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- Windows Server 2012 Special Editions
- Windows 8, Server 2012 Get Pre-GA Update
- Exchange Server 2013 Previewed
- Azure to Be Licensed for Server Applications
- Licensing the Windows To Go Feature of Windows 8
- Dynamics AX 2012 Coming to EA
- Windows 8 Upgrade for Older PCs
- Office 365 Replaces Live@Edu for Schools
- Windows 8 Packaging Details Emerge
- Licensing the Windows Client OS on VDI Today
- Windows 8 Virtual Desktop Infrastructure Licensing
- System Center Transition Approaching
- Arbitration Key to Future EULA Disputes
- SQL Server 2012 Adopts Per-Core Licensing Model
- Software ID Tags to Aid Inventory
- Understanding the Select Plus Licensing Program
- DVD Playback Separated from Windows 8
- Current Hosted Desktop Rules Clarified
- Windows 7: Evaluating Software Assurance for PCs
- System Center 2012 Licensing Announced
- Choosing a Windows 7 Edition for PCs
- Windows 7: Evaluating SA for PCs
- Understanding the Select Plus Licensing Program
- Select Programs Changes over Past Few Years
- Licensing Windows 7 Professional for PCs
