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Software Asset Management Managed Services
We make SAM work smarter—driving efficiency, reducing risk, and improving decisions.
Turn Software Asset Management Into a Strategic Advantage
Effective Software Asset Management (SAM) is about more than compliance — it’s the foundation for budget predictability, operational efficiency, and smarter software investment decisions. With full visibility into software usage and spend, and a clear understanding of how those investments support business goals, SAM becomes an optimization driver that goes far beyond IT.
Yet despite significant investment, many enterprises struggle to turn SAM intent into measurable value. Complex IT environments, evolving licensing models, and limited internal expertise often leave tools underutilized and renewal planning reactive. The result? Incomplete data, missed savings, and lingering audit risk.
Bridging the Gap Between Intent and Impact
NPI’s Software Asset Management Managed Services combine deep SAM expertise, operational support, and sourcing alignment to unlock the full potential of your SAM investments. We help enterprises:
- Comprehensively manage and operationalize SAM tools to ensure entitlement accuracy and reporting reliability
- Align IT, procurement, and finance around a shared SAM strategy that drives visibility, governance, and savings
- Fill internal expertise gaps with vendor-specific specialists who understand the nuances of licensing and audits
- Drive proactive renewals and optimization to reduce waste, control costs, and strengthen audit defense
- Optimize SaaS and cloud spend with real-time usage insights and actionable recommendations
STRUGGLING TO GET VALUE FROM SAM?
What’s Included in NPI’s SAM Managed Services
NPI ensures your SAM tools and processes deliver a complete, accurate, and actionable view of your software estate. We provide end-to-end support that includes:
- Tool Health Assessments: Regular validation of tool configuration, completeness, and data accuracy
- Entitlement Management: Ongoing upload, monitoring, and maintenance of entitlements and renewals
- Manual Process Support: Identification and closure of automation gaps to ensure continuous visibility
- Publisher Integration: Accurate mapping of publisher data to ensure reliable reporting across key vendors
Independent, Expert, and Aligned with You
Our SAM Managed Services are built for enterprises that demand precision, independence, and measurable results. Trusted by the Fortune 500, we deliver:
Deep Expertise: Former software auditors and SAM specialists bring insider knowledge to every engagement.
Sourcing Integration: Our SAM services are tightly aligned with IT sourcing and procurement to deliver savings and leverage.
Independent & Unbiased Perspective: No vendor partnerships—ever—ensuring objective audit defense and cost optimization.
Tool-Agnostic & Flexible Delivery:
We work with any SAM tool (or none at all) and can deploy proprietary scripts to close data gaps and enhance visibility.
