Preparing for a major software vendor contract renewal early is crucial for ensuring continuity, avoiding unnecessary disruptions, and optimising commercial and technical outcomes. Chances are the Tier1 software vendors you are contracted to are fully prepared for your renewal and negotiations up to 18 months in advance, they know what they are going to include, the price increases they will apply and how they will approach negotiations with you. Are you prepared?
Robust preparations should start as much as 12 months in advance of renewal dates, providing ample time to evaluate current software and define an optimal Bill of Materials (BoM) that factors in future business needs. This will be critical and provide a foundation for the negotiation of better terms or pricing.
Many organisations fail to fully prepare and wait until it is too late to begin planning. This often leads to rushed decisions, unexpected costs, and a lack of future-proofing. Overall, early preparation for contract renewals smooths negotiations, optimises costs, and maximises value.
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Identify potential licensing risks
Understand market changes
Visibility of rebates, incentives & funding
Optimised outcomes & value
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As an independent services provider, Synyega offers a robust proposal to kickstart your vendor negotiation journey. We deliver valuable market insights and guidance on collaborating with each of your strategic vendors and their ecosystem, all while maintaining our independence from them and its partners
By providing details that are not always disclosed to customer organisations, we help you develop the best negotiation strategies and put you in control. Whether that's for a major Agreement (e.g. Microsoft EA) renewal or other contracts, our experts can help.
We specialise in Software Asset Management (SAM) and license compliance for hundreds of enterprise vendors including Microsoft, SAP, Oracle, IBM, Broadcom VMware, Salesforce, Adobe, and many more - helping you stay compliant, optimised, and in control.
Our initial service is complimentary, providing you with essential pointers and ongoing support throughout your journey.
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Overview of current vendor portfolio
Overview of the newer vendor solutions
Review of new offers, discounts, & bundles
Presentation of risks & opportunities
Next steps to progress venbor renewals management
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