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Microsoft Contract Negotiation

When it comes to Microsoft contract negotiation, our years of experience and more than 200 customer cases play a major role. At Q-Advise, we know exactly what is feasible both financially and substantively during a Microsoft negotiation. We know better than anyone where Microsoft’s interests lie. Our approach isn’t just about benchmarking and negotiation techniques: it’s also about smart rationalization that has helped customers reduce their spend by up to 60%.

Realize savings and create control

Clear and independent advice

More than 200 negotiations carried out

Lead the Microsoft negotiation with our expertise.

Our knowledge of Microsoft contracts, products and services knows no bounds. Whether it’s contracts such as Enterprise Agreement, CSP or server products, cloud services such as Azure, or Office 365 and Microsoft 365: we know where the room for negotiation lies. This knowledge ensures that we always achieve more than the maximum in your interest.

Negotiating together

Conducting Microsoft negotiations can feel like stepping into the unknown, but with our team by your side, it’s a whole different story. We are familiar with different Microsoft licensing models: both user, device, and subscription-based licensing. We understand how each model impacts cost, scalability, and flexibility, and we’re here to walk you through it. In addition, we are well aware of what is important for the Microsoft account manager. They also have interests, which we use to our advantage for your benefit.

In-depth knowledge

We bring your data, many customer cases, in-depth knowledge of the functions and limitations of various Microsoft products to the negotiating table. Our advice is tailored to your unique needs and will help you decide whether a long-term or short-term license is the right choice.

Negotiation techniques

Years of refinement of our Microsoft negotiation techniques and skills make us adept at securing favorable conditions, exceptions, extra funding, high discounts for you. We know how to use market data to your advantage, strengthening your position in negotiations.

Conditions

Whether it’s negotiation for your Enterprise Agreement, CSP, NCE, MPSA or your SPLA contract. We are uniquely positioned to identify and clarify ambiguous language constructs that may affect your Microsoft licensing costs and usage.

With Q-Advise, you don’t just sign a Microsoft contract; you sign a Microsoft contract that you can come home with.

Our Mission

In addition to the complex licensing rules, software vendors and resellers often focus on the revenue and fees from audits and the sale of overpriced software and cloud services that you do not need in many cases.

That’s why we’re on a mission!

As leading independent Microsoft consulting firms, we want to help businesses save billions. Thanks to our experience and independence, we ensure that you regain control over your licenses. We implement cost-saving measures and processes, aided by our tools.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Q-Advise?

Think of us as your independent guide in the world of software licensing and cloud services. We are here to guide you through the complexities of vendors such as Microsoft, Salesforce, IBM, Oracle, SAP, VMWare and other large vendors. 

We ensure that your needs are always central. 

What can Q-Advise do for me?

Our expertise lies in translating the complex world of software contracts and licensing structures into a clear, cost-effective, tailor-made strategy for your business. 

From negotiating contracts to optimizing your cloud and software assets, we focus on creating more control, saving money and reducing unnecessary costs. 

Why is Q-Advise your partner?

Unlike many in the market, our loyalty is to you, not to software vendors like Microsoft, Salesforce or Oracle. 

We are completely independent, we have no partnerships, we are free from the influence of commissions or other commercial agreements with software manufacturers. 

Our advice is in your best interest, rooted in over 50 years of collective experience and committed to your success. 

How does Q-Advise achieve results?

Our approach is thorough and tailored. We dive deep into your current software usage, future needs and best practices to develop strategies that not only save costs. But also align with your long-term goals. 

Our independence allows us to challenge the status quo and negotiate terms that Microsoft and its partners do not directly offer. 

Can Q-Advise help with non-Microsoft suppliers?

Absolutely! While we specialize in Microsoft, our expertise extends to IBM, Salesforce, AWS, Oracle, SAP, Vmware, Outsystems and more.

We are equipped to handle various licensing challenges from different vendors.

I am interested! What should I do now?

We hear this often! Let’s schedule a call to discuss your software challenge. We will present our approach and what it can do for you.

Contact us today and take the first step toward smarter, cost-effective software and cloud solutions.

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