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Will AI Spend Break IT Procurement?
Mar 26, 2026
IT procurement teams must change how they think about AI cost management. This article highlights what steps they...
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The 2026 Software License Audit Forecast: What Enterprises Should Expect and How to Prepare
Software license audits are evolving and 2026 will bring more aggressive tactics, tighter timelines, and higher financial stakes....
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Software License Audits Will Surge in 2026 – Prepare Now
Nov 24, 2025
Software vendor will audit more frequently than ever in 2026. NPI’s compliance experts share tips on how to...
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How to Mitigate IT Vendor Lock-in Risk in the Enterprise
Sep 12, 2025
IT vendor lock-in is one of the greatest threats to the tech budget. Learn how to tackle lock-in...
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Effective IT Cost Optimization Strategies for Sustainable Savings
Sep 11, 2025
Explore IT cost optimization strategies to reduce expenses and boost ROI, with best practices for sustaining cost efficiency...
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Confessions of a Software Auditor Webinar
What really happens behind the scenes of a software audit? In this candid session, a former software auditor...
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Enterprise Software Audit Defense Workshop: Learn How to Level the Software Audit Playing Field
In this session, we will discuss how enterprises can level the software license audit playing field. We’ll cover...
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Tackling Vendor Aggressiveness: Insights from NPI’s Client Advisory Board
Mar 4, 2025
IT vendor aggressiveness is at an all-time high at the deal negotiation table. Here are insights from NPI’s...
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Are You Ready for the 2025 Software Audit Frenzy?
Jan 22, 2025
Enterprise software vendors are increasing audit activity with their largest customers. NPI’s software audit specialists share what you...
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How to Prepare For and Navigate an Oracle License Audit
Mar 20, 2024
Learn how to prepare for Oracle audits, navigate the Oracle license audit process, and avoid costly Oracle software...
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What is IT Sourcing’s Role Today?
Dec 21, 2023
IT sourcing is the process of obtaining IT products and services from a third party, such as a...
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What to Do Now to Prepare for Increased Software Audit Activity
Aug 14, 2022
Software license audit activity has steadily increased over the last decade. But there are troubling indicators that IT...
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