SoftwareOne webinarOn-Demand
Preparing for Microsoft’s EA pricing shift
Microsoft is retiring the Enterprise Agreement’s volume-based discounts in November 2025. Pricing levels B, C, and D—traditionally reserved for larger annual spend and bigger organizations—will no longer be available. With this change, many organizations are looking to understand their options and how to plan for their 2026 spend.
SoftwareOne’s Microsoft experts recently held an in-depth panel discussion on this topic. Watch it on-demand and find out:
- Who will be most impacted by the changes
- How to approach budget planning
- When to consider a new contract strategy
- What to prepare for at renewal time
- Best next to optimize Microsoft investments considering the new pricing model
Speakers
Fraser Maclean
Microsoft Business Owner, SoftwareOne
A cloud licensing expert with deep experience in the Microsoft ecosystem, Fraser helps organizations navigate complex licensing and optimize their Microsoft investments.
Martin Peterson
Cloud & Licensing Director, SoftwareOne
Martin specializes in enterprise agreements and cloud solutions, simplifying licensing strategies and helping businesses manage costs and compliance.
Allen Montgomery
Technology Advisory Expert, SoftwareOne
Allen advises clients on technology roadmaps, compliance, and cloud strategy, helping organizations align IT with business objectives.
Derrick McArthur
Microsoft Licensing Lead, Crayon
Derrick guides organizations through Microsoft licensing changes, cost optimization, and strategic IT planning.