Introduction
IBM software licensing is complex.
Sub-capacity rules, ILMT requirements, cloud transition risks, and audits create serious financial exposure for IBM customers.
At Redress Compliance, we provide independent IBM licensing advisory services — helping organizations defend against audits, optimize license costs, and negotiate better contracts.
We work exclusively for IBM customers — not IBM.
What Do We cover?
Our IBM Advisory Services Covers
IBM License Optimization
IBM Processor Value Unit (PVU) Licensing Strategy
Virtual Processor Core (VPC) & Cloud Pak Licensing Management
IBM Middleware Licensing (WebSphere, MQ, DB2, Maximo, Cognos)
IBM Mainframe (Z Systems) Software Licensing Optimization
Hybrid Cloud Licensing Strategies for IBM Cloud & Red Hat
IBM Audit Defense & Compliance
IBM Software License Review (SLR) & Audit Response
ILMT (IBM License Metric Tool) Compliance Review
Sub-Capacity Licensing Risk Mitigation
Internal Compliance Assessments Before IBM Audits
IBM Audit Negotiation Support & Settlement Strategy
IBM Enterprise Agreement & Contract Negotiation
IBM Passport Advantage Agreement Review
ELA (Enterprise License Agreement) Negotiation Playbook
IBM Pricing Benchmarking & Discount Targeting
Support & Maintenance Cost Reduction Tactics
Critical Contract Clauses to Protect Against Audit Risks
IBM Cloud & Container Licensing Strategy
IBM Cloud Pak Cost Optimization
Red Hat OpenShift Licensing Management
IBM BYOL Licensing for Cloud Environments
Container Licensing Risk Management for IBM Software
Hybrid Cloud Compliance Strategies
IBM Licensing Templates & Tools Provided
ILMT Deployment & Compliance Checklist
IBM Sub-Capacity Licensing Audit Preparation Template
IBM Contract Clause Library for Negotiations
Internal Software Usage Reporting Templates
IBM License Optimization Playbook
IBM Audit Response Toolkit
Our Dedication
Why Clients Work With Redress Compliance
“Working with Redress Compliance was a game changer for our company,” said a Global CIO.
“Not only did they help us achieve compliance and avoid significant audit fines, but I would also highly recommend working with Redress Compliance to any company looking to optimize their softeware licensing.”
– Head of IT Procurement
Your Independent Software License Expert
Our Objective—We bridge the gap between technology and business. Our mission is to help organizations navigate the complexities of Software licensing and optimize their IT investments.
Former IBM License Auditors Working For You
Independent IBM Licensing Experts — 100% Advisory Focus
Real-World Audit Defense Experience Across All IBM Products
Global Client Success Managing IBM Cost & Compliance
Trusted by IT Procurement, SAM Managers, and CIOs