Microsoft Contract Negotiation

LicenseQ ensures you secure the best terms for Microsoft agreements like the Enterprise Agreement, CSP, or MCA-E. Backed by insights from former Microsoft Commercial Executives, we help you avoid hidden costs, maximize concessions, and create contracts tailored to your needs. Empower your business with smarter, cost-effective agreements through our expert negotiation support.

Microsoft licensing optimization with our LicenseQ consultants around the world

LicenseQ: Your partner in Microsoft Contract Negotiation

At LicenseQ, we specialize in leveling the playing field, ensuring your Microsoft contract works for you, not the other way around. We bring unmatched expertise to the table, with former Microsoft licensing experts on our team who understand Microsoft’s strategies and tactics.

We solve the following issues for our clients:

  • Reduce unnecessary costs: By thoroughly auditing your current usage, identifying unused licenses and overlicensed suites of products, we help you streamline your Microsoft portfolio, saving your business money.
  • Plan for future needs: We dive deep into your future IT requirements and business plans to ensure your contract accommodates growth, without locking you into a rigid or expensive structure.
  • Secure flexible agreements: We negotiate contracts that offer flexibility, allowing you to scale as your business evolves without incurring extra costs.
  • Maximize your negotiation leverage: Our team’s direct experience with Microsoft puts you in a powerful negotiating position. We know the terms and clauses Microsoft doesn’t actively promote, and we’ll ensure you get the best possible deal.

Get in touch

Feel free to give us a call or send us an email. Erik Hollander is here to answer all your questions about our services.

Erik Hollander

CEO & Founder

LicenseQ supports with license and contract optimization

Get started today

If your Microsoft contract is coming up for renewal or you’re considering new licensing agreements, now is the time to secure the best deal for your business. Let LicenseQ take the complexity out of Microsoft contract negotiation, so you can focus on what matters most—growing your business.

Contact us today to discuss how we can help you save money, secure flexible terms, and optimize your Microsoft licensing agreement for the future.

Our approach

1

Inventory current environment

We begin with an in-depth analysis of your existing licenses to create a clear, actionable starting point.

2

Identification of new business requirements

We collaborate with your IT and business teams to map out what’s next for your company, ensuring your contract is aligned with future goals.

3

Development custom Bill of Materials

Using data from our audit and future-planning phases, we create multiple contract scenarios to guide your decision-making.

4

Strategize & negotiate

Whether you want us advising behind the scenes or leading negotiations directly with Microsoft, we ensure your business secures the best possible terms.

Why work with LicenseQ?

Industry insiders

Our specialists have negotiated from both sides of the table and know how to leverage that experience to your advantage.

Custom solutions

No two businesses are alike, and neither are their Microsoft licensing needs. We tailor every contract to fit your specific requirements.

Future-proof agreements

We don’t just negotiate for today—we ensure your contract works for your business in the years to come, avoiding hidden costs and limiting risk.

Request a free demo

Our LicenseQ Hub tool is a comprehensive, single-pane dashboard that offers insights into your Azure, M365, and D365 cloud environments, helping you optimize your licensing, manage contracts, and drive cost efficiency across your Microsoft portfolio. Request a free demo today!

What our clients say

“We wanted to partner with LicenseQ as we know they have extensive experience negotiating with Microsoft and a proven track record of closing EA deals that lead to additional cost savings”

Peter Koning

Global IT Director @ Schoeller Allibert

“LicenseQ proactively supported NS Group with the optimization of our usage on the Microsoft EA anniversary. Their approach, advice and knowledge resulted in a significant reduction of the Annual Microsoft subscription costs.”

Martijn Braamskamp

Software Asset Manager @ NS Group

With the help of LicenseQ GGZ Rivierduinen managed to reduce our annual contractual spend with 60%. An unbelievable result! At the start of the project we obviously had ideas of our own and a plan on how we could optimize, but LicenseQ’s expertise, insights and experience surpassed even our expectations.

Frank van den Brink

Service Manager @ GGZ Rivierduinen

“LicenseQ Consultants provided us with clear insights into our license position through simple tools and workshops, leading to significant cost savings and operational improvements. I highly recommend their professional team for anyone looking to optimize licensing and save money.”

Client happy with LicenseQ EA renewal and License Desk Support

Municipal Public Transport Operator

Contract & License Manager

“LicenseQ’s tools gave us immediate insight into our license shortages and surpluses, and their expertise in the Microsoft licensing model provided clear, actionable advice that led to cost savings. We now have the confidence of being compliant, which is invaluable in discussions with Microsoft.”

Client satisfied with LicenseQ True-up service

Dutch Housing Association

Senior Procurement Manager

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