FlexNet Manager vs. Snow Atlas

Software is one of the major items on any IT expense budget. Industry analysts estimate software license and maintenance fees represent 20 to 35% of total enterprise IT spend. The approach for managing a software asset portfolio is typically inefficient, relying on a local approach instead of a global one, and frequently involves spreadsheets or other ad hoc methods. The lack of efficient software asset management processes exposes enterprises to software audit liabilities and overspending on licenses and maintenance.

Snow Atlas is a cloud-native Software Asset Management (SAM) and Software as a Service (SaaS) management solution designed to help organizations efficiently manage and optimize their software assets. It provides comprehensive insights into software usage, enabling businesses to uncover shadow IT, prepare for audits, and identify cost-saving opportunities within weeks. Key Features and Functionality: - Audit Defense: Ensures organizations are always prepared for software vendor audits, reducing the risk of unexpected costs and minimizing the time spent on audit-related activities.