Audit debate 3
Thursday, June 12
05:45 PM - 06:30 PM
Live in Copenhagen
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Many organizations approach software audits with a defensive mindset, focusing on how to justify their position rather than questioning the audit itself. However, publishers have the burden of proving non-compliance—it’s not your responsibility to help them find issues. This debate will challenge the traditional reactive approach to audits and explore why a strategic mindset is crucial. We’ll discuss how software publishers often use audits as fishing expeditions rather than targeted compliance checks, and how companies can recognize and counter this tactic. The session will also cover best practices for controlling the narrative, limiting unnecessary disclosures, and ensuring audits remain within their intended scope.
Dennis is a Senior Contract Manager and Head of IT Asset Management Services at Ramboll, overseeing IT asset management, software licensing, and contract negotiations. He ensures compliance, cost efficiency, and strategic alignment of IT investments while managing vendor relationships and optimizing procurement processes. Since joining Ramboll in 2017, he has held roles as Software Asset Licensing Manager and Head of IT Asset Management Services, focusing on software compliance, auditing, and budgeting. Before Ramboll, Dennis spent over a decade at Pandora A/S in various IT asset management roles, including License and Asset Manager, where he managed global software compliance, reporting, and contract negotiations. Earlier in his career, he worked in IT support and operational services at Lejre Kommune and as a consultant at Gylden Consult. His career spans both technical and managerial roles, giving him a broad perspective on IT asset management, procurement, and contract governance.