International License Management
License Management is a crucial business process and if not managed effectively, it can jeopardize business operations and result in hefty fines for not adhering to the compliance rules. With a single point of contact, we can help you streamline your license management and make the overall process more efficient and cost-effective.
The best possible solution
Here at Pipol we have the ability to react fast and quickly deploy or upgrade licenses, our customers benefit from the vast experience and expertise of our international alliance as well as our extensive understanding of international license management best practices. We have a broad view of the different solutions and can ensure maximum value for all your agreements, as well as quick and easy compliance.
The world’s most extensive alliance
Effective license management requires you to coordinate with each supplier and keep track of lots of different information with regards to each license. At Pipol, we have relationships with all major ISV providers around the globe – because we work directly with them daily. Our global group of providers allows us to swiftly gather all the necessary licensing information for your ERP solution as well as any localized versions, add-ons, and industry-specific features your organization is running. And, with our unique role as both integrator and enabler for our customers and partners around the world, we have the full overview to ensure the most efficient license management.
Safe, secure, and always up-to-date
At Pipol, all licenses and related information are stored in a secure, central location allowing us to update all your licenses in one go. We can tell you what assets are assigned to whom and what licenses they have. We can also provide you with a detailed breakdown of your software expenditure, so you have a clear picture of all costs. And, because we never forget about license subscription renewals, maintenance times, or approvals you can be guaranteed that you meet compliance requirements and your license management is always kept up-to-date. If needed for audits, we can provide you with whatever specific proof of purchase is needed for different suppliers, as well as all the other important documentation.
Effective change management
With a centralized approach to license management, we have the visibility of what needs to be updated. We handle the continuous task of configuring your licenses – both during the implementation project as well as after you go live. We read through each release note and promptly update your system with the correct license keys according to the latest developments. Plus, we send you an email with all the details, so you’re always kept informed about everything- including current costs, license duration, and add-ons.
World-class expertise
Many organizations that handle license management in-house have assigned one person to deal with everything. This is often a back-office employee with limited knowledge of the process. At Pipol, we have dedicated employees taking care of all our customer’s licenses. By having knowledgeable professionals handling the entire process in a centralized, formal way, we can act fast. Plus, it frees up those back-office employees so they can focus on other tasks that add value to your business. Furthermore, thanks to our extensive knowledge of products and pricing as well as our world-class service and support, we can guarantee the highest level of customer satisfaction. But don’t just take our word for it.
According to Mark DeLorenzo, Head of Global IT at IPG Photonics:
“Pipol has provided us extensive global coverage for our licensing across 15 different countries. Pipol is extremely responsive and knowledgeable, providing significant value add to our business.”
Need help?
Are you overwhelmed with a huge collection of software licenses for the various solutions, localizations, and add-ons in your organization? If you need help managing your software licenses, then Pipol is here to help ensure you’re up-to-date, legal, and informed at all times.