The consensus is that software asset management (SAM) is vital for a successful IT infrastructure. With a successful custom SAM, your business can see the following improvements.
Save money
A successful SAM program will allow businesses to take stock of their licenses and eliminate or reallocate resources that are not used to their full potential.
Additionally, SAM allows employees to better use software support. Not only does this save money, but it also helps to eliminate fines from being non-compliant.
Reduce unauthorized software downloads
Since a SAM program provides the software a business needs, this eliminates the chance for users to download software for themselves. Eliminating this risk reduces the chance of downloading a virus along with the software.
Reduce risk of non-compliance
Businesses that find themselves non-compliant are often set up for a time-consuming and expensive ride though litigation. Companies who implement a successful SAM have a system that keeps track of licenses, which reduces the risk of becoming non-compliance.