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Microsoft Licenses: May 7, 2026 – How to Avoid Price Traps and Mapping Errors

May

Live webinar

May 7, 2026

5:00 p.m. -
6:00 pm

Licensing strategy instead of gut feeling: The decision-making blueprint for Microsoft CSP

Microsoft's licensing world is undergoing radical change: discounts are being eliminated, renewals are becoming a budget risk, and 2026 will bring both opportunities and cost traps. In this free webinar for decision-makers, we show you what you can do now to avoid price increases starting this summer—including a look at relevant add-ons such as Copilot, Purview, and Defender.

What you can expect in the webinar

Your 2026 renewal schedule (starting in July)

Which contract extensions are critical—and why timing determines costs.
How to prioritize renewal dates and avoid typical budget pitfalls.

Concrete decision-making levers that influence budget and risk

When it makes sense to bring forward upgrades (e.g., E1 → E3), add specific add-ons, or strategically bundle licenses.
How to manage automatic renewals and terms so that you don't unnecessarily incur price increases.

CSP as a control instrument (instead of license chaos)

How CSP helps you: flexible payment methods (monthly/annual/multi-year), scalable adjustments, predictable terms, personal contact person.
How to create transparency: license overview, reporting, and clear support/escalation channels.

Quick check that can be used immediately

A compact decision-making checklist that will help you determine the next three steps you need to take after the webinar.

Who might find this webinar interesting?

CIOs / IT management / IT management who need to make license costs predictable and reduce complexity.
Purchasing / Vendor Management / Finance, when renewals are due or budgets are under pressure.
Managers who are familiar with statements such as "We need to save money," "We don't have a clear overview of our licenses," or "We are concerned about audits/compliance."
Companies that use Microsoft 365 and/or Azure (plus security/compliance add-ons) and need to scale flexibly.