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License enforcement and tracking for multiple accounts with AWS organizations based on AMI

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The article describes a comprehensive solution for tracking and enforcing software licenses across multiple AWS accounts using AWS License Manager, AWS Organizations, and AWS Resource Access Manager (RAM).

  • Enables centralized tracking of licenses for custom Amazon Machine Images (AMIs) like Windows Server and SQL Server
  • Creates self-managed licenses with configurable limits for different accounts and teams
  • Uses AWS RAM to share license configurations across organization accounts
  • Prevents instance launches when license limits are exceeded
  • Provides benefits like centralized visibility, enforced compliance, and simplified license management

The solution allows organizations to track, control, and manage software licensing across multiple AWS accounts with granular control and automated enforcement.



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