Microsoft licenses 2026: How to avoid price traps and mapping errors

Mock-up of the Microsoft Cloud (CSP model) with the icons of the technologies Fabric, M365, Purview, Copilot, Power Automate
March
19

Live webinar

March 19, 2026

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.

Speaker

Portrait of Wiebke Raho, Microsoft Licensing Expert at Dataciders

Wiebke Raho

CSP Licensing Expert
, Dataciders

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March
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Live webinar

March 19, 2026
, 5:00–6:00 p.m.

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