How Microsoft SPLA Price Changes Will Impact Your Business in 2019

As you are likely aware, Microsoft announced in late 2017 a two-phased SPLA price increase that will take effect on January 1st 2018 and 2019 respectively. The next scheduled price uptick will impact the costs of Windows Remote Desktop, Office components, Windows Server and Core Infrastructure Server Suite up to 15%. With two months remaining before this change takes effect, what factors should you consider as you are planning for the coming year? Are there alternate routes to procure these products and maximize profitability? How can you ensure a compliant licensing estate and mitigate audit risk?