Is your Microsoft licensing strategy working for you—or just working against your budget?
Many organisations unknowingly overspend on unused licences, underuse powerful features they’re already paying for, or miss out on newer models that better fit their goals. This quick health check helps you assess whether your current Microsoft licensing approach is aligned with your needs in 2025.
Quick Assessment: How are you doing?
1. Visibility & Cost Control
- Do you know exactly what licences you’re using—and which ones are underused or idle?
- Are you confident you're on the most cost-effective plans for your current user base?
- Are your licence costs predictable and scalable with your business needs?
2. Support & Expertise
- Do you receive regular check-ins or optimisation reviews from your current licensing partner?
- Do they proactively advise you on upcoming Microsoft roadmap changes or new features?
- Can you easily get answers to questions or escalate support issues?
3. Alignment to Strategy
- Are your licences aligned with your hybrid or remote work model?
- Are you using the advanced features (e.g. security tools, compliance, analytics, AI integrations) included in your plans?
- Are you ready for tools like Microsoft Copilot—and confident you’re licenced to use them?
4. Flexibility & Future Readiness
- Can you scale licences up or down easily based on project, role, or contractor changes?
- Are you aware of Microsoft’s New Commerce Experience (NCE) and how it affects your commitments?
- Is your licensing partner helping you plan ahead as AI and automation become more embedded in the Microsoft ecosystem?
Scoring Your Results:
- Mostly YES: You’re in a strong position—well done! But even high-performing teams can uncover hidden savings or new capabilities. A licensing review could help you go further and ensure you aren’t paying more than you need to.
- Mostly NO or NOT SURE: There’s likely room for improvement. A quick, no-obligation health check with a Microsoft licensing expert at Core could help you optimise costs and unlock more value.
What You’ll Get from a Core Licensing Health Check:
✔ A usage and cost optimisation review
✔ Expert guidance on CSP, NCE, and licence bundling
✔ Recommendations based on your business priorities
✔ Advice on Microsoft Copilot readiness and AI integration
✔ Visibility into underutilised tools you’re already paying for
Let’s make your Microsoft licences work smarter for your organisation. Book your free health check today at: core.co.uk/contact-us — or speak to a Core advisor to find out where quick wins might be hiding.