How CSPs save you money: A smarter approach to Microsoft cloud licensing
Buying Microsoft 365 or Azure licenses directly from Microsoft may seem straightforward, but it often results in overspending, underutilized subscriptions, and limited commercial flexibility. For many organizations, the better alternative is the Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) model, designed to improve cost control, simplify subscription management, and deliver dedicated partner support while retaining full access to […]
How Microsoft’s New Commerce Experience transforms cloud licensing
Microsoft’s licensing framework has continually evolved to keep pace with cloud adoption, from Open License to CSP, and now to the New Commerce Experience (NCE). This shift isn’t just about billing updates; it redefines how organizations purchase, manage, and optimize Microsoft 365, Dynamics, and Azure subscriptions. For businesses aiming to stay compliant, flexible, and cost-efficient, […]
Pay-As-You-Go vs. Reserved Instances vs. CSP – Which saves you more?
Cloud costs often rise faster than expected, especially when Azure resources are purchased without the right pricing model. Many organizations, from startups to enterprises, begin with Microsoft’s Pay-As-You-Go (PAYG) plan for convenience. But as workloads grow, that convenience can turn into overspending. At AVASOFT, assessments across multiple industries show one recurring pattern: companies staying on […]