Software Asset Management - Softcat
Software Asset Management - Softcat
Software Asset Management - Softcat
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Compliance Manager<br />
<strong>Softcat</strong> SAM<br />
Managed Services<br />
Datasheet<br />
<strong>Software</strong> <strong>Asset</strong> <strong>Management</strong><br />
What is <strong>Software</strong> <strong>Asset</strong> <strong>Management</strong><br />
<strong>Software</strong> licenses are valuable assets to your organisation and should<br />
be managed as such.<br />
<strong>Software</strong> <strong>Asset</strong> <strong>Management</strong> (SAM) helps you control costs and<br />
optimise these investments as your organisation evolves.<br />
• Control of your software lifecycle<br />
• Ensure legal compliance<br />
• Achieve cost savings<br />
• Utilise technology and implement effective processes<br />
• Deliver IT projects and services on budget<br />
Initial SAM Review<br />
• Consultative phase to establish a baseline position for the<br />
software estate<br />
• Detailed snapshot of all licenses and install data<br />
• Focus on licensing for server/desktop virtualisation, remote access etc.<br />
• Achieve vendor certified compliance certification<br />
Audit Tool & <strong>Management</strong><br />
<strong>Softcat</strong>’s SAM Services are supported by the leading industry technology.<br />
What are the options<br />
Local<br />
• SNOW installed on server within the<br />
client network<br />
• Complete localised ownership of auditing<br />
solution<br />
• The client takes control for the on-going<br />
management and license reconciliation<br />
Compliance Manager<br />
Customer Site<br />
Standard SAM Services<br />
• SNOW is installed on the Cloud <strong>Softcat</strong><br />
hosted platform<br />
• Full access through a web interface<br />
• The client takes control for the on-going<br />
management and license reconciliation<br />
In order to attain accurate and correct software data of the estate, we<br />
would utilise industry leading software by SNOW <strong>Software</strong>.<br />
SNOW <strong>Software</strong><br />
SNOW is a comprehensive auditing compliance and management<br />
solution for software.<br />
Accessed through a portal, it provides administrators and management<br />
with the key information and metrics required to make informed<br />
decisions around software licensing and cost control.<br />
What are the benefits of a hosted environment<br />
• Rapid implementation<br />
• Reliability and maintenance<br />
• Scalability<br />
• 24/7 uptime<br />
Compliance Manager<br />
Managed SAM Services<br />
• SNOW is installed on the Cloud <strong>Softcat</strong> Platform<br />
• Full access through a web interface<br />
• <strong>Softcat</strong> SAM team can upload entitlements<br />
• Compliance position provided at regular<br />
intervals by our SAM specialists<br />
• Flexible service designed to meet customer<br />
requirements with a blend of on-site and<br />
remote services<br />
SAM Helpdesk<br />
Proactive Reporting<br />
<strong>Softcat</strong> | Fieldhouse Lane | Marlow | Bucks | SL7 1LW<br />
W: www.softcat.com | T: 01628 403 403 | E: managedservices@softcat.com
Local<br />
Standard<br />
SAM<br />
Services<br />
Managed<br />
SAM<br />
Services<br />
Access to SNOW portal and management console<br />
P P P<br />
License management across Windows and non-Windows platforms<br />
P P P<br />
Re-harvesting unused or not installed licenses<br />
P P P<br />
Metering to report on detailed usage statistics to individual user level<br />
P P P<br />
Intelligent upgrade and downgrade algorithms to utilise the best license available<br />
P P P<br />
Full integration with Citrix and Thin Client technology<br />
P P P<br />
Local license administration, with ability to create master and local SAM managers<br />
P P P<br />
<strong>Software</strong> Recognition Service<br />
Additional<br />
Cost P P<br />
SNOW hosted within the <strong>Softcat</strong> cloud, resulting in lower overheads and management<br />
P P<br />
Individually branded and unique login from any internet point<br />
P P<br />
Access to the <strong>Softcat</strong> SAM helpdesk<br />
Updates license positions and support to be controlled and scoped on an ad hoc basis<br />
depending on customer requirement<br />
Bespoke reports on your estate delivered from <strong>Softcat</strong> upon request<br />
P<br />
P<br />
P<br />
For more information, please call 01628 403 403<br />
<strong>Softcat</strong> | Fieldhouse Lane | Marlow | Bucks | SL7 1LW<br />
W: www.softcat.com | T: 01628 403 403 | E: managedservices@softcat.com
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