Software License Management & Advocacy Services

FNTS Software Advocacy helps enterprises right-size software costs, strengthen compliance, and simplify renewals across IBM, Microsoft, VMware and more. From entitlement reviews to contract negotiations, our vendor-neutral experts turn complex licensing into predictable value.

Make Software Work for Your Business

From mainframe and IBM Power to cloud and hybrid environments, software plays a critical role in your IT operations—but it also introduces complexity, hidden costs, and compliance risks. FNTS Software Advocacy Services were designed to simplify and strengthen how you acquire, manage, and optimize software across platforms.

Our vendor-neutral approach empowers your organization to make informed software decisions while keeping your environment secure, current, and cost-effective.

Why Software Advocacy?

Unmanaged licenses create shelfware, audit exposure, and budget surprises. Our team brings 30+ years of platform experience and deep partner expertise to optimize your portfolio without vendor lock-in.

Outcomes: lower TCO, audit-ready compliance, better terms, clear roadmaps.

Software License Management & Optimization Services

FNTS provides strategic support across the entire software lifecycle.

License Optimization

Entitlement & usage analysis
Rightsizing, re-harvesting, and elimination of redundant tools
Savings recommendations with business case & timeline

Procurement & Cost Control

Vendor-neutral product recommendations
Renewal & ELA support with term improvements
Budget forecasting and price-protection strategies

Lifecycle Management

Renewal calendars and co-term strategies
Version/edition alignment with platform upgrades
Software roadmap tied to modernization plans

Audit Readiness & Risk Mitigation

Inventory baselines and evidence collection
Risk remediation plans and policy alignment
Ongoing compliance monitoring and reporting

Why Choose FNTS for Software License Management & Vendor Support

FNTS combines 30+ years of platform expertise with strong vendor relationships to deliver unmatched value in software advocacy.

Deep understanding of IBM, Microsoft, and third-party software ecosystems
U.S.-based experts who support multi-platform licensing environments
Transparent, vendor-agnostic guidance that puts your goals first
Integrated services that align with infrastructure modernization efforts

IBM Passport Advantage, Managed for You

Prefer a predictable, fully managed model? FNTS Passport-as-a-Service simplifies IBM Passport Advantage with consolidated pricing, entitlement accuracy, and modernization support—backed by IBM Platinum Partner expertise.

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Simplify Your Software Strategy

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Platforms & Vendors We Support

IBM (including Mainframe & IBM Power), Microsoft (Azure/M365), VMware (Broadcom), BMC, Rocket Software, and others in your portfolio. See our Technology Partners for depth and credentials.

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Who We Help

IT & Finance leaders seeking cost control and predictability
SAM/Procurement teams preparing for renewals or audits
Modernization programs aligning licenses to new architectures