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Committee MeetingNo meetings scheduled Networking & WebinarsMay 4 | Webinar: Microsoft Licensing Quick Guide (Replay) Education and Training
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Webinar: Microsoft Licensing Quick Guide - May 4 - 12:00 p.m. U.S. EasternREGISTRATION IS CLOSED. THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR REPLAY ON IBSMA.com. (registration required). Volume licensing is an affordable and easy way to license and manage Microsoft software for all but the smallest organizations. However, volume licensing can be intimidating and the practical considerations of some licensing models can confound even the pros. Keeping up with changing licensing rules is like trying to hit a moving target. In this webinar Matt Marnell will help you establish a foundation for understanding Microsoft’s licensing models and volume purchasing programs. We won’t delve into every detail, but we’ll cover common product use rights along with practical examples for each. Here's what we'll cover:
> Common Microsoft License Models For more information on Microsoft licensing, read the January 2010 issue of Software Manager.
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Webinar: Aspera Product Demonstration - June 28 - 11:30 a.m. U.S. Eastern Attend this session for a one-hour demonstration and overview of Aspera's SmartTrack license management tool.
This session is produced by IBSMA's Tools Manager series and will follow a structured format including company and product overview, demonstration and time for questions. This session will be recorded for playback. These sessions are open to all IBSMA members. To register for this event, visit IBSMA.com (site registration required) Click here to register. |
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Webinar: BDNA Product Demonstration - July 14 - 12:00 p.m. U.S. Eastern Attend this session for a one-hour demonstration and overview of BDNA's discovery and software content management tool.
This session is produced by IBSMA's Tools Manager series and will follow a structured format including company and product overview, demonstration and time for questions. This session will be recorded for playback. These sessions are open to all IBSMA members. To register for this event, visit IBSMA.com (site registration required) Click here to register. |
Assessing Software Asset Management Processes (according to ISO/IEC 19770-1) PCSAM Course level: Practitioner Certificate Course Benchmark your software asset management (SAM) program and create a scorecard, plus prove your SAM competence by earning the Practitioners Certificate in Assessing Software Asset Management Processes (PCSAM). Assessing SAM processes according to ISO/IEC 19770-1 is for moderate to experienced software asset management professionals and others who want to learn practical approaches to assessing and implementing SAM programs and practices according to the international standard. The course is also useful in creating a SAM program scorecard. This course will help you understand and apply the standard with a results-oriented team-learning approach to creating policies, processes and procedures in six process areas. We’ll show you how to conduct a high-level SAM-process assessment using ISO/IEC 19770-1 as a framework. At the completion of this course, you’ll come away with a foundation in assessment principles, the ability to conduct a gap analysis and self-assessment and know how SAM processes fit in the ITIL framework. Following an introduction and review of 19770-1, process areas and assessment methods, we’ll guide you through an in-depth look at six areas: control environment, planning and implementation process, inventory processes, verification and compliance, operations management and interfaces, life-cycle process interfaces. Upon completion of the session students may take the optional certification exam. Students passing the test will receive IBSMA’s PCSAM certificate. Course details The course runs from 8:30 am to 4:30 p.m. both days. The optional two-hour exam will be given on the second day. The exam is included in the course fee. Space is limited to 12 people. If the minimum number of registrations is not attained we may cancel or defer this class. We are not responsible for travel-related expenses incurred in the event of a change. The course fee includes a charge of $250 to cover licensed ECP and ISO materials. All attendees will receive a copy of ISO/IEC 19770-1 and presentation materials (paper copy only, PDF not available). The self-assessment guide and tool are available for purchase separately. Advanced PCSAM recertification: This option is available to those seeking advanced PCSAM recertification. Conduct a detailed assessment and complete a take-home essay exam. Contact us for details. Self-study PCSAM course and online exam: Complete the course at your convenience and your own pace. Includes all materials, phone consultation and the IBSMA assessment tool. Contact us for details. Choose from the following locations and dates: 
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PCSAM - New York - Aug. 19-20 $1,495.00 This session begins at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 4:30 p.m. both days. The exam will be offered at the end of the second day. Students may also take the exam online (additional fee). The in-class exam is included in the course fee. Note: The minimum registration for this course is 4 and maximum is 10.
Location: New York City. Venue to be posted in early August. Contact IBSMA for questions on venue and hotel accommodations. Advanced PCSAM Recertification: This option is available to those seeking advanced PCSAM recertification. Attend the course, conduct a detailed assessment and complete a take-home essay exam. Contact IBSMA for a registration code and save $200 on the course fee (advanced PCSAM only). |
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PCSAM - London - Oct. 19-20 $1,795.00 This session begins at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 4:30 p.m. both days. The exam will be offered at the end of the second day. Students may also take the exam online (additional fee). The in-class exam is included in the course fee. Note: The minimum registration for this course is 4 and maximum is 10. Advanced PCSAM Recertification: This option is available to those seeking advanced PCSAM recertification. Attend the course, conduct a detailed assessment and complete a take-home essay exam. Contact IBSMA for a registration code and save $200 on the course fee (advanced PCSAM only). |
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PCSAM - Chicago - Nov. 31-Dec. 1 $1,495.00 This session begins at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 4:30 p.m. both days. The exam will be offered at the end of the second day. Students may also take the exam online (additional fee). The in-class exam is included in the course fee. Note: The minimum registration for this course is 4 and maximum is 10. Advanced PCSAM Recertification: This option is available to those seeking advanced PCSAM recertification. Attend the course, conduct a detailed assessment and complete a take-home essay exam. Contact IBSMA for a registration code and save $200 on the course fee (advanced PCSAM only). |
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PCSAM Online Exam Fee $150.00 Online exam fee for one-day and PCSAM recertification course. Each person taking the exam must attend the Assessing Software Asset Management Processes (PCSAM) course. The exam takes approximately 2.5 hours to complete. |
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Practitioner Certificate in Software License Management (PCSLM)Course level: Practitioner Certificate Course Demonstrate your software license asset management (SLM) competence by earning the Practitioner Certificate in Software License Management (PCSLM). PCSLM is for IT pros, consultants and corporate staff who want to learn the basics of software license compliance and how to conduct a self-audit. This course will help you understand the fundamentals of auditing and compliance, how to assess your software-management proficiency and develop a business case for compliance. We’ll show you how to conduct a high-level compliance review and plan and manage an external audit. At the completion of this course, you’ll come away with a foundation in software license management principles and the ability to conduct a gap analysis and self-assessment. We’ll guide you through an in-depth look at six areas: auditing and compliance basics, software licenses, assessing your SAM proficiency, business case and tools, managing an external audit, planning and executing an audit. Each of the six modules includes team and individual exercises. Download the datasheet Although this course has no prerequisites, students should have an understanding of the benefits and purpose of a SAM program and basic knowledge of software contract terms and conditions. Prior experience with project planning and a fundamental understanding of IT service management is helpful, but not required. The course length is one day and runs from 8:30 am to 5:30 p.m. The optional one-hour exam will be given at the end of the day. Space is limited to 20 people. If the minimum number of registrations is not attained we may cancel or defer this class. We are not responsible for travel-related expenses incurred in the event of a change. Each student will receive copies of all course materials and worksheets. Attend class and you’re eligible to sit for the exam. The exam is one hour (multiple choice and short answer questions) and 70 percent correct is a passing score. Students who do not pass the exam may take a second exam to be administered by the testing authority. |
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PCSLM - New York - Aug. 18 $695.00 PCSLM is for IT pros, consultants and corporate staff learning the essentials of software license compliance and how to conduct self-audits. This interactive classroom course prepares you for the PCSLM exam. The session begins at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 5:00 p.m. Location: New York City. Venue to be posted in early August. Contact IBSMA for questions on venue and hotel accommodations. |
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PCSLM - Virtual Classroom Course - Sep. 9 $595.00 PCSLM is for IT pros, consultants and corporate staff learning the essentials of software license compliance and how to conduct self-audits. This virtual classroom course is a four-hour condensed overview to prepare you for the PCSLM exam. Course fee includes one copy of the Study Guide and the online exam. The session begins at 11:00 a.m. and ends at 3:00 p.m. U.S. Eastern Time. |
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PCSLM - London - Oct. 18 $895.00 This session begins at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 5:00 p.m. The exam is included in the course fee. Note: The minimum registration for this course is 6 and maximum is 20. |
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PCSLM - Virtual Classroom Course - Nov. 22 $595.00 PCSLM is for IT pros, consultants and corporate staff learning the essentials of software license compliance and how to conduct self-audits. This virtual classroom course is a four-hour condensed overview to prepare you for the PCSLM exam. Course fee includes one copy of the Study Guide and the online exam. The session begins at 11:00 a.m. and ends at 3:00 p.m. U.S. Eastern Time. |
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PCSLM Online Exam Fee $150.00 Online exam fee for PCSLM course. Each person taking the exam must also purchase the Software License Management Study Guide or attend the PCSLM course. Note: the exam is offered at the conclusion of the classroom course and is included in the course fee. |
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PCSLM - On site course $695.00 PCSLM is for IT pros, consultants and corporate staff learning the essentials of software license compliance and how to conduct self-audits. Note: The minimum registration for this course is 6 and maximum is 20. |
Software License Management | Study GuideAt last, an introduction to the basics of software asset management (SAM) and software license management (SLM) for a wide-ranging audience! Based on our popular Practitioner Certificate in Software License Management (PCSLM) course, this comprehensive guide is written in uncomplicated English and allows you to cover the course material at your own pace. > Learn practical tips and best practices. We show many examples of SLM in practice to illustrate how, when successfully executed, SLM is a good business investment. The case studies also show how professionals who implement SLM best practices have thoroughly incorporated a “culture of compliance” in their workplace. The guide’s self-assessment exercises enable you to apply each chapter’s concepts to your work environment. Illustrations and graphics show how concepts relate and summarize main points. There is also a handy list of key terms in the front of each chapter. You’ll find that the practice exercises enable you to figure out the best way to handle everyday SLM situations. When you complete the study guide and exercises, you'll be prepared to take the PCSLM exam online. This product is available in print and PDF. 198 pages. Download the datasheet, contents, introduction and index. |
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