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CSP Licensing Update:  
What the 2026 Price Increases Mean for Your Organisation.  


Webinar: Hosted by Core Technology Systems

Date: Tuesday 31 March 2026
Time: 11:00AM - 11:30AM (GMT)


Microsoft Licensing Costs Are About to Rise. Are You Prepared?

Microsoft has announced significant upcoming price increases across many of its mainstream enterprise and standalone licences, with rises expected to range between 9% and 40%. 

While full GBP pricing has not yet been released, the percentage uplifts give us a clear indication of what organisations can expect in the coming months. 

For many IT teams, this will have a direct impact on budgets, renewals, and long-term Microsoft licensing strategy. 

 

What the webinar covers

Join Core Technology Systems for a concise, practical webinar where we’ll explain:

  • What Microsoft has announced so far

  • Which licences are likely to be affected

  • What percentage increases mean in real terms

  • Budget planning considerations for 2026

  • Practical steps you can take now to reduce the impact

Why attend?

Whether your organisation is commercial or not-for-profit, these changes will affect you.

This session is designed specifically for:

  • IT Managers

  • Heads of IT

  • Application Specialists

  • Infrastructure & Licensing Managers

  • Finance stakeholders responsible for IT budgets

If you’re responsible for Microsoft licensing, this webinar will give you clarity, and options.

How Core Can Help You
Mitigate the Impact

Rising costs don’t automatically mean rising spend. 

As a Microsoft Partner, Core helps organisations optimise their Microsoft estates before price increases take effect. 

During the session, we’ll introduce our free Microsoft licence health check, powered by advanced licence optimisation technology. 

Using real usage data, we can help you: 

  • Identify dormant or underused licences

  • Spot opportunities to downgrade where appropriate

  • Remove unnecessary licences

  • “Trim the fat” before prices increase

  • Forecast your future Microsoft spend more accurately 


Many organisations discover immediate cost savings, often enough to offset part (or all) of the upcoming increases. 

Your webinar presenter:

 
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PORTIA SAER

PARTNER EXECUTIVE

 

Portia Saer, Core’s Partner Executive, brings deep expertise in Microsoft licensing and Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) programmes. She works closely with organisations to navigate complex licensing landscapes, optimise their technology estates, and maximise the value of their Microsoft investments.

 

Webinar details

Date: Tuesday, 31 March 2026 
Duration: 30 minutes 
Format: Live online session + Q&A 

This will be a focused, educational briefing designed to give you the information you need quickly and clearly. 

 

Secure Your Place

Microsoft licensing is changing. Waiting until renewal time could cost you. 

Register today to understand the upcoming price increases, assess the potential impact
on your organisation and learn how to optimise before costs rise.

Register Now