Reduce software licensing costs with an AWS Optimization and Licensing Assessment

This article discusses the AWS Optimization and Licensing Assessment (AWS OLA) service, which helps organizations reduce software licensing costs when migrating to the cloud. It highlights the potential cost savings opportunities by optimizing resource utilization, consolidating workloads, and leveraging cost-effective licensing models.

Specifically, the article covers:

• Overview of the AWS OLA service and what it includes
• Benefits of conducting an AWS OLA, such as reducing total cost of ownership by up to 36% and optimizing licensing costs for Windows Server (up to 77% reduction) and SQL Server (up to 45% reduction)
• How the AWS OLA helps with cloud migration by providing insights into actual compute requirements, transferable licenses, and end-of-service considerations
• Conclusion emphasizing the importance of optimizing cloud infrastructure and licensing to maximize value and reduce costs