Sourcing Monthly March 2026
IBRS Sourcing Monthly brings you the latest news and deals in the Australian IT world.
Decoding Microsoft’s Licensing Architecture: The Five-Layer Hierarchy That Determines Your Costs
- Joseph Sweeney
- IT Operational Excellence
Microsoft’s complex five-layer licensing hierarchy causes 15-40% budget waste. Mastering these layers ensures commercial competence and prevents costly capability duplication.
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