A Microsoft Case Study

Medical Device Manufacturer in a Microsoft Renewal & Audit Still Achieves $3M in Savings Over 3 Years

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Client Profile

$2B Manufacturer and Supplier of Research Lab and Medical Testing Equipment

Business Issue

  • Company was required to renew their Microsoft Enterprise Agreement while complying
    with an audit
  • Had limited understanding of Microsoft licensing models and practices

Services & Results

  • UpperEdge provided a detailed assessment and analysis of the proposed licensing options
    and pricing
  • Empowered to solicit complete and comprehensive licensing options and achieve best-in-class discounting from Microsoft to reduce licensing fees required to achieve compliance with the audit findings
  • Recommendations resulted in $3M in savings over 3 years along with highly competitive
    future price protections

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