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IBM Business Critical Service Upgrades are options to extend your Base support (9x5) to Business Critical (24x7). Here we explain in detail.

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What is IBM Business Critical Service Upgrade
IBM Business Critical Service Upgrades are options to extend your Base support (9x5) to Business Critical (24x7). Here we explain in detail.
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August 1, 2025 at 1:46 PM
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Let's talk about maintaining accurate records, tracking usage, ensuring compliance, and regularly reviewing your IBM license agreements to avoid discrepancies 👇

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How to Avoid IBM Software Audit Penalties 
This blog provides a guide for organizations to avoid costly IBM software audit penalties by ensuring timely renewals, and staying compliant.
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July 1, 2025 at 4:33 PM
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Ensure all IBM products are listed in your ILMT snapshot to avoid discrepancies during an audit. Inaccurate or incomplete records may trigger questions about missing licenses. Regularly cross-check the snapshot with your internal inventory to stay compliant.

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August 6, 2025 at 2:51 PM
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The article looks at 10 of the most common IBM licensing mistakes that you may encounter or make during multiple license compliance projects.

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Top 10 IBM Licensing Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
The article looks at 10 of the most common IBM licensing mistakes that you may encounter or make during multiple license compliance projects.
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September 17, 2025 at 4:52 PM
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Many IT leaders see IBM’s CVA program as a quick way to cut waste and improve license efficiency. In practice, it often works in IBM’s favor, not yours. Here we explain why CVA can increase costs, reduce leverage, and set you up for future audit risk. zurl.co/87OTp

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IBM CVA Program: 10 Critical Risks Every IT Leader Should Know
IBM's CVA program promises license optimization but often increases costs. Learn 10 critical risks and how to protect your budget.
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September 12, 2025 at 2:33 PM
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A global retailer faced $10M in IBM audit exposure. We overturned every finding before it reached IBM. Zero settlement. Full compliance.

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How LicenseHawk Eliminated $10M in IBM Audit Exposure
Explore how LicenseHawk tackled IBM audit exposure, eliminating over $10 million in claimed license deficiencies.
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November 3, 2025 at 4:22 PM
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This Software Asset Management Explained blog looks at: the core SAM activities, supporting frameworks and standards, and the benefits.

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Software Asset Management Explained
This Software Asset Management Explained blog looks at: the core SAM activities, supporting frameworks and standards, and the benefits.
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August 5, 2025 at 2:32 PM
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Free isn't necessarily always free... 😬

When you buy an IBM product it comes bundled with a range of additional free products. To avail of the free products you must configure the reports to mark them as free. Otherwise you end up paying twice for the product.

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July 30, 2025 at 1:46 PM
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Want to get updates on changes to your IBM licenses? Subscribe to IBM myNotifications. You can tailor it to your specific products and get updates on significant changes to the rules.

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June 19, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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Once you have found what products that IBM S&S can be reduced or canceled on, these additional checks listed here should give you extra confidence and prepare the business case.

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10 Checks to Make Before You Cancel IBM S&S
Once you have found what products that IBM S&S can be reduced or canceled on, you should follow these additional checks.
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July 9, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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This post explores the major advantages of conducting an IBM internal audit, such as strengthening compliance management, boosting operational efficiency, reducing costs, mitigating risks, and driving strategic growth.

Read it here 👇

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The Benefits of Conducting an IBM Internal Audit 
This blog post explores the advantages of conducting an IBM internal audit, such as reducing costs, mitigating risks, and more.
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July 25, 2025 at 1:46 PM
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Once you have found what products that IBM S&S can be reduced or canceled on, these additional checks listed here should give you extra confidence and prepare the business case.

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10 Checks to Make Before You Cancel IBM S&S
Once you have found what products that IBM S&S can be reduced or canceled on, you should follow these additional checks.
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August 27, 2025 at 1:48 PM
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This post explains why an organization should consider getting assistance in defending an IBM license audit.

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Why Most Organizations Need IBM License Audit Assistance
This post explains why an organization should consider getting IBM license audit assistance, when it comes to defending an audit.
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August 12, 2025 at 4:33 PM
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Here we highlight common mistakes with IBM mainframe that can be easily avoided by conducting regular checks. These include:

- Failing to utilize sub-capacity benefits
- z/OS features showing up as enabled but not in use
- Not meeting Sysplex criteria

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Seven Mistakes to Avoid in IBM Mainframe  
In the fifth blog of this series we look at the mistakes to avoid in IBM mainframe by performing frequent checks.
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July 23, 2025 at 9:44 AM
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ILMT requires constant monitoring and maintenance if the audit reports are to be accepted by IBM. Here we explain what checks you need in place.

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12 Checks to ILMT to Ensure IBM License Compliance
ILMT requires constant monitoring and maintenance if the audit reports are to be accepted by IBM. Here we explain more.
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June 23, 2025 at 2:14 PM
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ILMT requires constant monitoring and maintenance if the audit reports are to be accepted by IBM. Here we explain what checks you need in place.

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12 Checks to ILMT to Ensure IBM License Compliance
ILMT requires constant monitoring and maintenance if the audit reports are to be accepted by IBM. Here we explain more.
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July 16, 2025 at 9:44 AM
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This DB2 project shows the value of detailed entitlement and deployment analysis.
By adjusting license types and removing unnecessary PVUs, the client reduced DB2 spend by half while remaining fully compliant.

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Early Project Outcome: 50% Reduction in IBM DB2 Licensing Costs 
LicenseHawk achieved a 50% reduction in IBM DB2 license optimisation costs by identifying smarter licensing options.
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October 23, 2025 at 10:54 AM
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Did you know that there is frequently a disconnect between the team administrating ILMT and the Software Asset Management team responsible for ensuring compliance? Here we offer up a solution.

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IBM Sub-capacity ILMT Audit Report
To avail of IBM sub-capacity licensing, you must have an ILMT Audit report for the last eight quarters on file. Here we explain.
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June 16, 2025 at 3:11 PM
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⭐ Minimize IBM Software License Costs ⭐

Check out this recent blog for practical strategies to reduce IBM software costs—covering cost optimization, strong SAM practices, and effective negotiation techniques to help you save while maximizing value.

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6 Strategies for Reducing IBM Software Licensing Costs 
This blog post outlines practical strategies and best practices for reducing IBM software licensing costs. Read it here.
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September 5, 2025 at 9:51 AM
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Looking to reduce your IBM licensing costs? An easy way is to use the "free" licenses for Warm and Cold standby servers. Here we explain how.

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Definitive Guide to IBM Licensing for Hot, Warm, and Cold Standby Machines
Looking to reduce your IBM licensing costs? An easy way is to use the "free" licenses for Warm and Cold standby servers.
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September 22, 2025 at 12:53 PM
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This article discusses various reports that can be leveraged to check for compliance of mainframe products.

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IBM Reports to Check for Compliance of Mainframe Products
In this blog, we discuss various reports that can be leveraged to check for compliance of mainframe products.
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October 7, 2025 at 12:37 PM
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This blog outlines the steps needed to avoid costly penalties, foster a deeper understanding of IBM's licensing policies, streamline your internal processes, and ultimately keep your organization compliant, prepared, and audit-ready.

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7 Easy Steps to Better Prepare for an IBM Audit
In this blog post, we outline a series of key steps that organizations can take to prepare effectively for an IBM software audit.
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November 4, 2025 at 2:40 PM
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This post explores the major advantages of conducting an IBM internal audit, such as strengthening compliance management, boosting operational efficiency, reducing costs, mitigating risks, and driving strategic growth.

Read it here 👇

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The Benefits of Conducting an IBM Internal Audit 
This blog post explores the advantages of conducting an IBM internal audit, such as reducing costs, mitigating risks, and more.
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June 30, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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This post provides a comprehensive overview of what to expect during an IBM license audit, why these audits are conducted, and how to effectively prepare for them.

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What Happens in an IBM License Audit: A Comprehensive Guide 
This post explains what happens during an IBM license audit, why these audits occur, how to prepare for one, and possible outcomes. 
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June 24, 2025 at 9:15 AM
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This post explores why ILMT agents might not be deployed, alternative methods, how to respond to audits, and the potential impact.

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No ILMT Agents on IBM Servers in Public Cloud
This post explores why ILMT agents on IBM servers might not be deployed, alternative methods, how to respond to audits, and the impact.
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September 9, 2025 at 12:35 PM