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TechBuilder logo By Mario Morejon, ChannelWeb

12:01 AM EDT Mon. Oct. 29, 2007
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Step 2: Making Sense of Data Collection

One of the most important reports is "Am I Compliant."


The "Am I Compliant" report is giving a high level view to a customer by answering how many applications that are installed on every computer.

The important detail of the report is the non-compliant assets list. Customers first need to know where they are at risk. The details of the report break down on each application. The third column over shows licenses purchased.


The report example here shows four licenses for Microsoft Office, 11 installed, so there are seven licenses that need to be purchased. This report informs customers that they have an immediate problem meeting license requirements.

The Unused License Unit report is even more interesting because it shows how many folks are using the products vs. the number of licenses installed. This report is a huge money-saver for customers. Customers can develop a plan on how to shift software budgets between licenses.


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