Following on from our recent blog article about imminent Microsoft software licence price rises in the UK, we now have some more details on the changes.
Assuming the Euro and UK pound currencies don’t fluctuate significantly between now and July, the price of Microsoft licences for most of its business software, which includes Microsoft Dynamics CRM and Microsoft Dynamics NAV, will rise by about 20%. This is part of Microsoft’s harmonisation of licence prices throughout the EU and EFTA regions: Microsoft is aligning the price of licences purchased in UK pounds sterling against the cost of those purchased in Euro’s.
So, for the majority of customers in the UK that use these products and are thinking of upgrading, adding more licences or have renewals due this year (in July onwards), you should certainly consider bringing these purchases forward to June. Having said that, the changes won’t affect everyone. If you already have fixed term agreements with Microsoft with agreed prices, these will not change.
Microsoft licensing is not always easy to understand. There are lots of different variables to consider depending on what sort of licence you need, what industry you’re in and how you choose to purchase. So to get the best value and to choose a plan that suits your business, it’s worth talking to an accredited Microsoft business partner (ideally one with a Gold or Silver competency in the area you’re interested in).
If you have any questions about these price rises may affect you or your business , please feel free to discuss with your TSG account manager or contact us direct.
