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Implementing a Software Asset Management Program: A Practical Guide Toward Building Effective SAM Practices

Overview A CMP Research survey of IT professionals across a broad cross-section of industries reflects this shift in momentum. The survey found that software license management is considered the most critical aspect of IT Asset management (ITAM), and general compliance is also foremost in the minds of IT professionals. This white paper will highlight the software asset management challenges facing organizations these days, and it will provide practical guidelines for implementing or elevating the organization's SAM program.

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Publisher	CA (Computer Associates)	File Format	PDF
Date Published	August 2006	Downloads	4
Format	White Papers
Topics	N/A

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