Migrating to the cloud is a transformative journey, but it presents significant challenges in effectively managing software licenses. In this case study, we will discover how to transition from local Service Provider infrastructures to Public Cloud, focusing on the importance of managing software licenses throughout the migration process. The session will explore the key steps involved in integrating existing licenses into the cloud environment while maintaining compliance and optimizing costs. Additionally, it will provide insights into evaluating the need for new licenses to support cloud operations and debunk the common misconception that compliance issues vanish in the cloud.

In this session, you will learn:

• How to effectively transition existing software licenses into the cloud while ensuring compliance
• How to identify and address hidden risks such as duplicate subscriptions and over-licensing in a cloud environment
• How to evaluate and optimize previous held licenses to balance cost efficiency and operational needs in the cloud
• How to align new licensing requirements with the specific demands of cloud-based infrastructure