IBM Licensing Costs Are Exploding — But Most Enterprises Are Flying Blind.
From untracked virtual environments to miscounted processors and forgotten installs, IBM licensing missteps are silently bleeding enterprise IT budgets dry.
This practical white paper shows you how to take back control. It unpacks 10 common IBM licensing pitfalls that trigger surprise audit fees, compliance issues, or wasted spend — all without adding business value. Learn how to fix PVU miscalculations, avoid costly ILMT misconfigurations, and eliminate licenses for software that’s no longer in use.
You’ll also get actionable guidance on how to prepare for IBM audits and optimize your contract renewals — with real-world negotiation tactics that protect long-term value, not just short-term discounts.
Inside, you’ll find a real case study where one global enterprise uncovered over $3.4 million in avoidable spend by cleaning up their sub-capacity reporting, removing shelfware, and renegotiating renewal terms on their timeline — not IBM’s.
Whether you're dealing with a true-up, renewal, or audit, this guide is essential reading.
Download the white paper and stop letting IBM licensing mistakes drain your IT budget.