Microsoft BYOL vs Azure Licensing Calculator

85% Max AHUB Savings
8 Questions
3 min Assessment
Question 1 of 8

Windows Server Licenses with Active Software Assurance

Do your Windows Server licenses currently have active Software Assurance (SA) coverage?

Question 2 of 8

SQL Server Licenses with Active Software Assurance

Do your SQL Server licenses currently have active Software Assurance (SA) coverage?

Question 3 of 8

Windows Server VMs in Azure

How many Windows Server virtual machines are currently running in your Azure environment?

Question 4 of 8

SQL Server VMs in Azure

How many SQL Server virtual machines are currently running in your Azure environment?

Question 5 of 8

Current Azure Licensing Model

What is your current approach to licensing workloads in Azure?

Question 6 of 8

Software Assurance Renewal Plans

What are your plans for SA renewals in the coming 12-24 months?

Question 7 of 8

VM Workload Stability

How stable and predictable are your Azure VM workloads?

Question 8 of 8

Azure Commitment Level

What commitment level best reflects your Azure strategy?

Your Licensing Analysis

Based on your responses, here's your personalized BYOL vs Azure licensing assessment with cost-saving recommendations.

Estimated AHUB Savings Potential
45%
Significant savings opportunity with BYOL
Recommended Approach
Based on your Windows Server and SQL Server SA status, BYOL/Azure Hybrid Benefit provides substantial cost savings compared to pay-as-you-go licensing.
Next Step: Optimize your Azure Hybrid Benefit enrollment and conduct a comprehensive license position review.

Key Findings

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Cost Optimization
Your SA coverage makes BYOL highly attractive for immediate cost reduction.
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Licensing Model
A hybrid approach balancing BYOL and commitment discounts offers flexibility.
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Workload Alignment
Your workload patterns support sustained BYOL deployment strategy.
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Strategic Flexibility
Plan ahead for SA renewal decisions to maintain long-term savings.

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