Tracking how your engineering team uses software is essential for managing resources efficiently. With LAMUM (License Asset Manager with Usage Monitoring), organizations gain clear visibility into usage patterns, license demand, and group behavior. LAMUM makes...
Many engineering and IT managers have asked how checkout reports in LAMUM work and how they can be used to get the most value. These reports are essential for maintaining visibility into license activity and ensuring that resources are used efficiently. By providing a...
Remote and hybrid work have become a normal part of the modern workplace, and engineering teams are no exception. Many organizations are now planning for flexible working arrangements that allow engineers to work from any location. The FlexNet BORROW function helps...
Do you have a license Asset Management system? A good License Asset management system begins by having an accurate idea of: What you currently own How/when you bought it Its cost Its restriction of use And its expiration date Once you know these, it becomes easier to...
Engineering software licenses are expensive company assets that demand careful management. Yet, many organizations still rely on spreadsheets and manual tracking, leading to waste, inefficiency, and missed savings. LAMUM (License Asset Manager with Usage Monitoring)...
Every organization strives to achieve a solid return on investment (ROI). But when it comes to managing expensive engineering software licenses, few realize how much can be saved with the right tools in place. That’s where LAMUM (License Asset Manager with Usage...
Would knowing your software license renewal dates in advance help you plan better? With LAMUM’s expiration alerts, you can be notified 30 or 60 days before a renewal is due. This gives you the time to: Analyze your needs based on actual usage, averages, trends, and...
Negotiating software renewals can be stressful – especially when budgets are tight and every department expects access to the tools they need. Overestimating software requirements can lead to overspending, while underestimating consumption can cause costly shortfalls...
Whoever said, “Throw caution to the wind, we will get through it OK,” has likely never faced the compliance and audit teams from the world’s largest software vendors. Software licensing today has become a science of its own – or as many senior managers would put it,...
A crucial part of successful budgeting and cost reduction for engineering licensed assets is knowing what licenses your organization has. Would you be able to easily know and report on the type and number of licenses you have? Is your spreadsheet with that information...
Understanding license denials is a critical part of License Asset Management (LAM). Every engineering organization depends on multiple software tools for design, simulation, and analysis. When users cannot access these tools due to license denials, productivity drops...
Engineering software license costs rank among the top two budget items for most product development organizations. Effective software license management is the key to bringing these costs under control. How do Engineering Managers Save Money on their 2nd Highest...
Managing engineering software efficiently is a critical priority for engineering departments. This blog explores practical strategies built around an effective license management system. Engineering software such as CAD (Computer-Aided Design), CAE (Computer-Aided...
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Right now is a critical time for many companies to make crucial decisions about acquisitions, mergers and changes in staffing. As organizations are thinking about ways to move forward, it is becoming increasingly important to consider what engineering licenses are...
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The biggest challenge for CAD/IT administrators is discovering licenses that are under-utilized or have zero-usage over several months.