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In-depth explanations of procurement concepts, from tail spend to vendor consolidation.
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Up-to-date guides on NIS2, DORA and GDPR for your Software procurement.
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Top suppliers and practical buying tips per Software category.
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Renewal season: how to prepare your Software contracts for 2027
The fourth quarter is budget time. Those who map out their renewals for 2027 now negotiate from a position of clarity instead of under time pressure.
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What is tail spend management in Software?
Tail spend, the long tail of small Software subscriptions, costs organisations millions without anyone noticing. What it is, why it’s so hard to control, and how you tackle it.
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What is shadow IT and why is it a risk?
Shadow IT, Software that employees use without IT approval, is bigger and riskier than most organisations realise. What it is, how it arises, and how to tackle it.
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Microsoft in 2026: what the pricing changes mean for your next renewal
Microsoft has made multiple changes in a short period: volume discounts in the Enterprise Agreement disappeared, Microsoft 365 became more expensive, and CSP was also adjusted. What does this mean for your next renewal?
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Shadow AI: the new shadow IT
Departments are rapidly purchasing AI tools, often via a credit card and outside IT and procurement. This costs money and brings risks to your data and compliance.
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What is vendor consolidation and how do you approach it?
Most organizations pay for more than 150 Software subscriptions. Vendor consolidation, deliberately reducing the number of Softwarevendors, is the most effective way to save costs and restore clarity.
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DORA in practice: what regulators ask about your Software vendors
DORA has applied since January 17, 2025. It is now clear what regulators focus on: a complete register, substantiated classifications, and contracts that meet the requirements.
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NIS2: what you need to know about the cybersecurity law and Software procurement
NIS2 is the largest European cybersecurity law in years and has applied in the Netherlands since 15 August 2026 via the Cybersecurity Act. What changes and what does it mean for Software procurement and management of Softwarevendors?
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DORA explained: impact on Software procurement in the financial sector
DORA takes effect on 17 January 2025 and fundamentally changes how financial organisations procure and contract Software. Here’s what you need to know about the five pillars, the contractual requirements, and the impact on managing Software vendors.
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Annual price increases: how to negotiate indexation clauses
Many Software contracts become a few percent more expensive each year, often unnoticed. With the right agreements, you maintain control over that increase.
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VMware after Broadcom: where Enterprise organisations stand now
Almost three years after Broadcom's acquisition of VMware, many organizations feel the impact at every renewal. What has changed and how do you approach your next renewal?
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Software audits: how do they work and how do you protect yourself?
Software audits are a proven revenue model for Software manufacturers and a costly surprise for customers. How does an audit work, which Software manufacturers carry them out, and how do you protect yourself?
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Software Licensing Models Explained: Subscription, Perpetual and Usage-based
Subscription, perpetual, or usage-based: choosing the right license model can save tens of thousands of euros. This is a clear overview of all models, their pros and cons, and how to make the right choice.
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