Why optimising your Atlassian software licences is a great idea
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Why optimising your Atlassian software licences is a great idea
Jarin McClinton
17 September 2024
5 min read
Jarin McClinton
17 September 2024
5 min read
It's safe to say if you're reading this blog, Atlassian tools, like Jira, Confluence, Jira Service Management, and Bitbucket are an integral part of your organisation. Used by multiple functions and teams, they support productivity, collaboration, and efficiency – and right now you'd be lost without them. But with different tools being used by different teams across the business, it's easy to lose track of what licences you have in place.
Without managing your licensing investment, you risk paying for more than you need and neglecting licensing renewals. This can put extra strain on your IT teams and lead to service interruptions. But don’t panic—we have the solution…
What is licensing optimisation?
Licensing optimisation is all about making sure you only pay for what you need and that you're always compliant. At Adaptavist, our software licensing management solution does exactly this. We take a look at the tools you use and the people who use them, to create a strategy that's unique for your organisation.
Our strategic approach to licensing optimisation typically includes:
- Selecting the right fit – understanding what tools your people rely on (and which ones they've stopped using) is vital. We can recommend the right tools based on your organisation's needs, as well as future-proofing the toolset you currently have.
- Cost efficiency – we’ll look at your current licences to make sure you’re getting the most bang for your buck, including extended terms, local currency, and single invoicing.
- Renewals – if your licences are up for renewal, we’ll review them against your business needs to ensure your licensing levels are adequate and on budget.
- Co-terming options – we can get your subscriptions set up so everything renews on the same date. It’s a more efficient way to make sure you’re always paid up and compliant.
- Payment plans – in partnership with leading financial institutions, we offer a number of flexible payment options to suit your organisation so you can get up and running with your favourite tools as soon as possible.
Moving to Atlassian Cloud?
As you move to Cloud you’ll want to ensure you get the best price, check off your future needs, and know you’re covered for the transition with hybrid licences.
If that all sounds like a lot to handle, we’re here to help. As a global Atlassian Platinum Solution Partner, we’ve got the experience you need to make the move stress-free. We’ll organise your new licences and help you get the most value from your Atlassian tools.
Big help for big business
The larger your organisation, the more Atlassian instances and domains you’re going to be dealing with – and the more easily things can get out of hand. That’s why it’s so important to prioritise licence optimisation, as there are potentially huge savings to be made and greater efficiency to be had.
Our Enterprise License Agreement Program is all about helping enterprises like yours get the most out of your significant IT investment. It’s here to make sure you have a manageable and simple licensing situation at scale, all while delivering excellent value.
Here are just some of the benefits you stand to gain:
- Save on spend – with this program in place, you can buy all the Atlassian Cloud services, software licences, and Atlassian Marketplace apps that you need, while benefitting from product bundles and volume discounts, all under one contract.
- Be on budget – with locked-in growth pricing, you’ll have a clear idea of your annual spend in advance, getting everything you need at a price that makes sense for your business.
- All of Atlassian at your fingertips – make the most of Atlassian’s full suite of products and apps from third-party vendors without worrying about additional costs.
- Simplifying procurement – streamline your procurement approach with flexible contracts and a single agreement, no matter how big your business gets.
- Flexible deployment options – need cloud and on-prem options, you’ll benefit from better prices no matter how you choose to deploy.
What’s more, you won’t be going it alone. You’ll have our expertise and experience by your side every step of the way to help you implement and optimise your Atlassian solutions, from comprehensive consulting, team training, and technical support.
Licence to thrill?
When it comes to your Atlassian licensing needs (as well as other leading technology providers), we’ve got all the bases covered, so you can get on with using the tools you love. Want to know more about what software licensing management with Adaptavist looks like?
Written by
Jarin McClinton
Global Head of Professional Services
With over 10 year's experience as a scrum master, solutions architect, and technical consultant, Jarin has intimate knowledge of how to solve complex business problems with technology. He oversees our global consultancy, delivering strategies that enhance customer satisfaction and drive growth.