SQL Server Licensing Assessment
SQL Server licensing is complex, and many organizations are either non-compliant or overspending. Our SQL Server Licensing Assessment identifies inefficiencies, ensures compliance, and uncovers opportunities to optimize costs—often saving organizations 20-40% on licensing expenses.
Why License Optimization Matters
Between complex licensing rules, virtualization considerations, and cloud migration options, it’s easy to make costly mistakes. Our assessment ensures you’re properly licensed while eliminating waste and positioning you for audit success.
What We Evaluate
License Inventory and Discovery
- Complete inventory of SQL Server instances, versions, and editions
- SQL Server services discovery (SSRS, SSIS, SSAS)
- Virtual machine and physical server mapping
- Environment categorization (development, test, production)
- Current licensing model analysis (Per-Core vs. Server+CAL)
Compliance Verification
- Edition alignment verification (Standard vs. Enterprise)
- CAL requirements and access pattern review
- Developer Edition usage validation
- Virtualization licensing compliance
- Passive failover and disaster recovery licensing
Software Assurance and Benefits Analysis
- Software Assurance coverage evaluation
- Azure Hybrid Benefit eligibility and savings potential
- License mobility rights assessment
- Upgrade rights and version compliance
- Virtualization benefits and unlimited VM rights
Cost Optimization Opportunities
- Under-utilized server identification and consolidation
- Licensing model optimization analysis
- Cloud migration licensing implications
- Subscription vs. perpetual licensing comparison
- CAL type optimization (User vs. Device)
Risk Assessment and Remediation
- Compliance risk identification and audit exposure
- Licensing gap documentation
- Over/under-licensing scenario analysis
- Support lifecycle and end-of-life planning
What You'll Receive with a SQL Server Licensing Assessment
A comprehensive SQL Server Licensing Assessment Report including:
- Compliance Status with detailed findings
- Risk Analysis and audit readiness evaluation
- Cost Optimization Recommendations with projected savings
- Short and Long-Term Recommendations for strategic planning
Stop Overpaying and Reduce Compliance Risk
Get clarity on your SQL Server licensing posture and unlock significant cost savings while ensuring full compliance.