Simplify AWS License Manager user subscription management by sharing AWS Managed Microsoft Active Directory

This article explains how to simplify AWS License Manager user subscription management by sharing AWS Managed Microsoft Active Directory across multiple AWS accounts. Key points include:

• AWS License Manager supports user-based subscriptions for Microsoft Remote Desktop Services, Microsoft Office, and Visual Studio
• Directory sharing allows centralized management of user subscriptions across multiple AWS accounts
• Prerequisites include AWS Organizations membership, network connectivity, and AWS Marketplace subscriptions
• The process involves sharing the Active Directory, granting licenses, registering directories, and deploying product AMIs
• The directory owner account centrally manages user subscriptions and associated costs

The blog provides a detailed walkthrough for implementing this centralized user subscription management approach across AWS accounts.