Software Asset Management stories

Enterprises struggle with costly software licence compliance, spending over USD $100k yearly; many now shift from Oracle Java to cheaper, open-source alternatives.

Calero has launched a new SaaS management tool to help IT leaders cut costs and tackle shadow IT by improving visibility, control, and optimisation of cloud apps.

ManageEngine’s Endpoint Central saved users $4.5 million with a 442% ROI and payback in under six months, per Forrester’s three-year economic impact study.

Azul has launched a Managed Services Provider Programme to help partners offer Java asset management, security and code insights via its Intelligence Cloud platform.

A survey reveals 73% of firms faced Oracle Java audits, pushing 79% towards open-source Java to cut costs and ease compliance challenges globally.

Nearly 80% of firms plan to switch to open-source Java as audits over costs of USD $500,000+ fuel moves away from Oracle's complex licensing policies.

Xensam launches DataBridge, enhancing software asset management with $40m funding and SOC 2 Type 2 compliance for better enterprise IT visibility.

Azul launches JVM Inventory on its Intelligence Cloud to streamline Oracle Java migrations, easing compliance and cutting costs for enterprises.

Oracle's ongoing Java licensing changes may soon lead to audits, pushing organisations to evaluate their compliance and consider alternatives like OpenJDK.

Peter Turpin has been appointed as the new CEO of Surveil, effective 6 January 2025, to lead the company's growth and cloud efficiency initiatives.

Crayon has appointed Kig Keat Yong as General Manager of its Singapore operations, effective immediately, to lead its growth and customer relations.

IT services firm Crayon named Leader in Gartner Magic Quadrant for Software Asset Management Managed Services.

Failing to regularly assess the assets in the software stack can deliver more detriments than benefits to businesses.

Perpetual Guardian will adopt TrustQuay Portal so that the clients can have secure access to information anytime, anywhere, and on any device.

Flexera expands in APAC & promotes Steve Shaw to ANZ country manager. Shaw will oversee growth in direct & channel sales of Flexera One.

Flexera expands in APAC with growth of Flexera One and promotion of Steve Shaw as Australia, New Zealand country manager. #ITestates #digitaltransformation.

Axonius releases its first SaaS risk management product, focusing on bringing visibility back into the SaaS application landscape.

AIP can help determine the best time to invest in order to smooth capital expenditures over time, writes Infor managing direcotr for ANZ Jarrod Kinchington.

A survey by Ivanti reveals 43% of IT professionals still rely on spreadsheets for asset tracking, highlighting significant ITSM and ITAM alignment challenges.

At present, preventative maintenance schedules suggested by manufacturers are not enough to help companies avoid critical asset failures.