Introduction into Software Asset Management (SAM)

_Course Title: Introduction into Software Asset Management (SAM)
Course Instructor: Oleksiy Akimov

🚀 What is SAM?

Unlock the world of Software Asset Management (SAM) and gain a solid understanding of how to manage and optimize your software assets effectively. This course will guide you through the essentials, from understanding the importance of compliance to mastering the art of creating a software license balance sheet.

**📘 Course Description:

Dive into the comprehensive world of SAM with our expert-led online course. You'll learn everything from the ground up:

• The Essence of SAM: Discover what differentiates SAM from license management and explore the critical components that make up software asset management.

• Compliance and License Position: Grasp the challenges organizations face in proving compliance with software licenses, and learn how SAM helps achieve transparency both in commercial licensing inventory and actual usage.

• Best Practices from Industry Leaders: Leverage Deloitte's best practices, drawn from a multitude of SAM projects across various industries and company sizes, to inform your approach to asset management.

• Building Your License Balance Sheet: Understand the commercial and technical data required for a license balance sheet, and learn how to effectively gather this information.

• SAM Tools and Integration: Get to know the capabilities of SAM tools and their role in enhancing your IT landscape. We'll delve into the specific data types that these tools handle.

• Case Study with Microsoft Products: Explore practical applications of SAM through a case study using Microsoft products, including how to leverage downgrade rights to optimize your license position.

• Optimizing Your Organization: With the knowledge acquired from this course, you'll be equipped to apply SAM principles within your organization for better asset management and compliance.

🎓 Key Takeaways:

• Understanding SAM vs. License Management: Learn what SAM encompasses and how it differs from managing just the licenses.

• Data Collection and Analysis: Discover the sources of basic data required for a license balance sheet and the procedures to follow.

• SAM Tools Explained: Uncover the functionalities of SAM tools and their role in your IT environment.

• Practical Application with Real-World Examples: Utilize Microsoft products as a practical example to see how you can apply SAM principles.

• Compliance Confidence: Gain confidence in managing your organization's software licenses compliantly and optimizing your license position.

📆 Why Should You Take This Course?

• Real-World Scenarios: Learn from real-world case studies, ensuring you can apply these skills immediately.

• Expert Guidance: Be mentored by Oleksiy Akimov, an experienced professional in the field of SAM.

• Actionable Skills: Acquire practical skills that you can implement right away to manage your organization's software assets effectively.

• Best Practices: Learn best practices from Deloitte's extensive experience in SAM projects, tailored for various industries and company sizes.

🎓 Take the First Step Towards Mastering Software Asset Management Today!

By enrolling in this course, you're setting yourself up for success in managing your organization's software assets. Whether you're new to SAM or looking to refine your existing knowledge, this course will provide you with the tools and understanding necessary to excel in software asset management. 🌟