In this Windows IT Pro Virtual Trade Show (VTS) webinar, Mike O’Connor, Senior Solution Engineer, Flexera Software, provides guidance for some of the most common types of application…

Read this white paper to learn the essential capabilities for a cloud infrastructure management solution that helps IT Operations, Finance, and Procurement teams more effectively control c…

Learn how Flexera addresses important gaps in traditional vulnerability management tools: the assessment and remediation of vulnerabilities on software and systems running on clients and s…

Gaining insight into and control of your IT assets, especially your software assets, is essential to success in today’s technology-driven business environment. With FlexNet Normalize…

AppBroker™ Software for ServiceNow® transforms the ServiceNow Service Catalog into a universal enterprise app store that automates governance over software license compliance and…

This white paper will discuss the key elements of Software Vulnerability Management and how a properly deployed solution based on Vulnerability Intelligence will help organizations to main…

This white paper demonstrates why vulnerability management is so important today, provides eye-opening statistics, and offers a risk reduction plan.

Learn how human change management enables organizations to keep SAM projects moving forward to realize business value at each stage of maturity.

Learn how Software License Optimization empowers IT Procurement, sourcing, and vendor management.

Read this Redmond Magazine “GameChanger” White Paper to learn how Windows 10 will transform the way IT professionals manage and support everything from desktop PCs to tablets t…

Read this white paper to learn how to manage hardware assets and collect the hardware data needed for software license optimization.

Read the white paper to learn about the 5 key steps to building a solid ITAM foundation within your organization.

Microsoft MVP and technology expert Brien Posey authors this white paper which details seven key requirements to consider when selecting a Universal Enterprise App Store.

Read this white paper to learn from KPMG and Flexera Software about why companies are overspending on software licensing, how software license optimization can lead to big savings, and whi…

Read the Software License Optimization for the Datacenter white paper to learn how FlexNet Manager Suite meets all of the requirements for optimized license management in the datacenter, s…

Learn how to fuel growth with product innovation, new revenue streams, higher renewal rates and more efficient operations.

Microsoft MVP Brien Posey, describes challenges enterprises will face when upgrading to Windows 10, and how application compatibility is a key in upgrade process.

Microsoft MVP Brien Posey, defines Application Rationalization and discusses why it is critical in getting your application house in order for Windows 10.

In this informative white paper, industry expert and founder of Techvangelism, Nick Cavalancia, outlines how to gain control over applications, improve IT efficiency, lower cost and reduce…

This white paper offers insight on how application producers can introduce a subscription licensing model into their software monetization strategy to maximize revenue generation and offer…

In this latest research report, Flexera Software with input from IDC’s Amy Konary, research vice president – software licensing and provision at IDC looks at whether enterprise…

The Application Usage Management survey was conducted by Flexera Software with input from IDC’s Amy Konary, research vice president – software licensing and provisioning at IDC…

This white paper explains how ERP systems were built to handle physical assets, not digital goods and provides recommendations for alternative software licensing and compliance solutions.…

To help software producers minimize piracy risk and maximize revenue, Flexera Software’s enhanced tamper-resistant application capability provides additional security layers to forti…

Network equipment providers’ core business model is under pressure due to a combination of business and technology trends impacting the telecommunications industry. This white paper…

During a live Webinar, Rod Trent, Engagement Director of Penton Technology Group, discussed the evolving IT landscape and the need for organizations to develop effective application manage…

This paper describes the unique challenges associated with maintaining mobile Application Readiness. It discusses how the six-step Flexera Software Application Readiness process can enable…

Learn how an enterprise app store can reduce license compliance risks and license fees, while increasing the ROI of the application portfolio. Define and implement a strategy for an enter…

This paper presents the six-step Application Readiness process and describes a four-level maturity model to assess an organization’s maturity of that process. It describes how Flexe…

Microsoft Windows Server 2003 will reach its end-of-life by July 2015, and servers will no longer be receiving security updates, leaving critical business systems vulnerable to attacks.

Learn how enterprise app stores can increase the ROI of the app portfolio plus additional insights into the value enterprises can derive from integrating an app store with a Software Licen…

Learn how your organization can continue to tap the power of SAP solutions while reducing software costs and license compliance risk for Named User and Package licenses. Read the white pap…

This Technology Spotlight examines the importance of leveraging effective Software Distribution practices in today's increasingly complex and dispersed enterprise IT environment.

Read this report to get an overview of IDC's top 10 predictions for software licensing and pricing and a description of the ways that these predictions will impact IT buyers. Also included…

With proper planning, an electronic software delivery system can help a software company improve the customer experience and operational efficiencies. Today’s best solutions simplify…

Integrating the capabilities of a Software License Optimization solution with those of an enterprise app portal software solution provides users one place to go to get software and gives t…

Get an overview of the capabilities of IT Service Management (ITSM) and Software License Optimization solutions and how the enterprise can integrate them to eliminate waste, increase effic…

The 2013 Application Usage Management survey was conducted by Flexera Software with input from IDC’s Software Pricing and Licensing Research division under the direction of Amy…

This white paper explores some of the evolutionary drivers and provides guidance on how to navigate the shift from a device-centric to a more solution-centric, feature-based licensing mode…

This white paper analyzes the popularity of cloud computing with software publishers. The paper also explores new pricing models developed by cloud providers—including usage-based li…

Learn how organizations can ensure license compliance and control software costs when implementing virtual desktops.

AdminStudio Suite is the quickest way to take advantage of App-V 5.0. Whether you have a legacy installer, an .MSI package or an App-V 4.5/4.6 package, AdminStudio can make the creating…

This white paper describes how you can use electronic licensing to protect and enhance your high-tech devices as well as how to distribute updates and upgrades to already deployed devices.…

The initial wave of software-as-a-service (SaaS) was characterized by “one-size-fits-all” pricing. This was largely because SaaS vendors were out to pioneer a new market—…

A practical guide to achieving profitable growth with innovative business and license models for intelligent device manufacturers.

Thinking about building your own updating solutions? Read this white paper first!

This white paper discusses the five ways that teams can integrate installation into their agile processes, improving application quality, providing for better customer satisfaction and fur…

This white paper discusses the fundamentals of installation planning and how to manage installation projects according to proven best practices.

Application Usage Management for the Enterprise enables you to control the steady influx of new software needed to run the business and gain competitive advantage.

This white paper discusses how a software app portal is a key component of an Application Usage Management strategy by giving employees a consumer-like, self-service experience in gaining…

What is the role of IT Security and IT Operations in complying with General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)? This and many other questions are certainly being asked as the date for the e…

This white paper discusses three core capabilities to accelerate data maturity rapidly and create early wins.

In today’s fast-paced world of data, rogue software can run the gamut from unapproved software introduced from BYOD policies to an approved operating system on a server that has pass…

Read this white paper to learn the five data quality problems in every CMDB and what you can do about them.

Read this white paper to learn how you can establish an ITAM practice in less than 30 days.

Learn how to derive more value from your Microsoft SCCM investment while better understanding your enterprise IT environment.

Learn more about the best practices for Enterprise IT Data quality and how to accelerate data maturity rapidly.

Find out how greater visibility into the IT environment enables and reinforces IT security best practices.

Learn how to set yourself up for success with your Windows 10 migration.

This white paper explains how data-driven, Next-generation IT Asset Management best practices can help control costs and mitigate risk through a consolidated and standardized data layer th…

This white paper highlights how Flexera's unrivaled Technopedia asset information source provides up-to-date market intelligence for a clear, comprehensive, single picture of your agency&r…

Find out how to get all your systems speaking the same language so you can make timely, informed decisions about your IT environment.

Using Flexera with ServiceNow as an integrated solution can save hundreds, or even thousands, of hours in implementation time, as well as potentially millions of dollars in implementation…

By arming negotiators with good information, most companies can reduce software spending and mitigate the risk of vendor audits and non-compliance.

Read this white paper to learn how IT asset information can help.

Download the Complete IT Asset Information is Key for M&A white paper to learn how IT asset information can help.

Learn what Data Platform can do for you.

Read this white paper to learn how to manage your IT assets in the Cloud.

Learn how to set yourself up for success with your Windows 10 migration.

Learn how by changing a few aspects of how IT technology data is managed, businesses can become proactive in managing their software and hardware assets, literally ending the vicious vendo…

This white paper examines the challenges of preparing for a software license audit.

Read the white paper to learn about the 5 key steps to building a solid ITAM foundation within your organization.

This white paper outlines how you can effectively utilize System Center 2012 and take charge of your patching – from one console and without having to add an additional agent in your…

This white paper offers an overview of Flexera Software’s best practices and methodology for the technical due diligence auditing process.

This white paper offers insight on how organizations Security Teams can partner with Engineering Teams to bridge the gap in application security for open source software.

The following article published in Datacenter Management magazine details ways organizations can better negotiate with vendors to optimize their software spending and improve service to en…

This white paper offers help in planning a new version of a Suite/Advanced UI installation that may, for example, introduce a new package, upgrade a package, remove a package, replace two…

This white paper details how organizations need to adopt a repeatable, sustainable pattern for dealing with operating system obsolescence, including Windows Server 2003.

Download this white paper to learn about Microsoft App-V and how it is impacting software installation development.

Many organizations use IBM software products to manage critical aspects of their business. In mid-sized to large enterprise organizations, IBM products often represent a significant portio…

Think about the incredible level of convenience technology has brought to your personal life. Ordering books online and downloading it to your iPad or Kindle or downloading music from iTun…

The debugging techniques described in this white paper include investigating Windows Installer error codes, generating and interpreting Windows Installer log files, and using the InstallSh…

This white paper outlines key trends and opportunities influencing telecom and networking equipment providers, and how the FlexNet Producer Suite for Intelligent Device Manufacturers, Flex…

Many cost cutting and revenue opportunities exist for medical manufacturers. This white paper outlines key trends and opportunities influencing medical equipment manufacturers, and how the…

This white paper discusses the challenges faced by industrial and building automation providers and showcases how a global building automation company streamlines inventory and reduces cyc…

This white paper outlines key trends and opportunities influencing electronic test and measurement manufacturers today, and how the FlexNet Producer Suite for Intelligent Device Manufactur…

This white paper examines the pros and cons of traditional compliance management approaches, the impact technology has on compliance management, the increasing complexity of software licen…

This white paper, authored by Cris Wendt, a Strategy Principal Consultant with Flexera Software, explores the top 10 reasons why most software vendors and intelligent device manu…

Today’s global technology marketplace is challenging, competitive, and dynamic. In response to these market conditions, technology vendors are re-thinking their business models and p…

Many software vendors, intelligent device manufacturers and enterprises view software updates as an after-thought. Read this white paper for an in-depth look at what constitutes…

Learn how to increase software revenue using highly targeted direct messaging.

This white paper describes the rules for validating MSI updates and patches and how to address any validation warnings or errors that occur.

Learn about the types of custom actions supported by Windows Installer, including launching executables, calling DLL or script functions, setting Property-table properties and Directory-ta…

Learn about the changes you make to a Windows Installer (MSI) installation package for it to behave as the desired type of update or patch.

Learn about various types of COM extraction available in InstallShield and how-to switch between methods.

Written by David Cole, Senior Software Engineer at IBM, this white paper describes using chained .msi packages in InstallShield and MSI 4.5 to componentize a setup. You will learn how…

Learn about Windows Installer sequences and the built-in actions that make up a typical MSI installation program.

Learn about several techniques and design issues to always consider when working with different parts of the Windows Installer (MSI) technology. Also available in Japanese.

This white paper discusses different types of validation, including build warnings and errors, Internal Consistency Evaluator (ICE) validation, and update and patch validation.

Learn expert tips for how to design an MSI setup to best prepare it for future upgrades.

Learn about how installation development is increasingly integrated into agile development practices. Agile processes are characterized by multiple iterations and frequent delivery of work…

Learn how to build customized uninstallers to control the removal of products and features.

Learn best practices for building crossplatform installers in console mode (for command-line-driven installations) and silent installations (for working with limited or no user interaction…

Learn about the difficulties with attempting to develop UNIX installations using shell scripts, and how Java is being used as a successful alternative to shell scripting.

This white paper discusses the benefits of Merge Modules and the different Merge Module types.

Maximizing the Return on Your Software Investment

A practical guide to Software License Optimization.

Oracle has complex licensing rules which they enforce rigorously. This white paper presents a number of Oracle license management best practices to help you control software costs, maintai…

Learn how to avoid costly fire drills and substantially improve software ROI by proactively managing your Oracle licenses.

Learn from Forrester about a radical new license management approach that supersedes hardware-based asset management.

Learn how organizations can achieve software license optimization success.

Learn about the business value of software asset management (SAM) and license optimization at each level of maturity and why achieving the Optimized level brings the highest ROI.

This white paper discusses the key strategies used to maximize savings on software licenses and maintenance. It covers license reharvesting, recycling and the application of product use ri…

Learn how you can implement and provide user-centric computing to the general workforce.

Learn how an automated approach to Windows migrations and application virtualization can reduce the risk and cost of routine software deployments.

Learn how you can automate application virtualization with one tool.