Management / License Management

Microsoft EA contract management in the SAM tool

Preparing participants to manage an EA contract using the professional SAM Tool. Extensive discussion and presentation of key processes such as determining the number of qualified users/devices, developing and archiving reports and license balance, license purchases at contract inception and during contract term (True-Up, among others).

Why choose this training?

Effective use of modern tools and methodologies, managerial competencies have become a critical asset in the job market. The Microsoft EA contract management in the SAM tool training is designed to provide participants with practical knowledge and skills essential for their daily work.

Upon completion, participants will be able to: Using the SAM Tool to effectively manage the EA contract, Minimize the risk of license non-compliance and financial risk, Lowering the TCO of Microsoft software. These competencies directly translate into higher effectiveness in business processes.

This training is particularly valuable for: License Manager, SAM Manager, IT Manager.

What makes our approach unique?

At EITT, we focus on learning by doing — every training includes extensive practical components. Over 1 day of intensive training, participants work on real-world examples and scenarios, ensuring not only theoretical understanding but practical application skills.

With over 2,500 trainings in our portfolio and a 4.8/5 participant rating, EITT is a trusted partner in IT competency development for organizations of all sizes. Our trainers are experienced practitioners who share up-to-date knowledge and proven solutions.

Looking for training tailored to your team’s needs? Contact us — we’ll prepare a program customized to your requirements.

Benefits

Using the SAM Tool to effectively manage the EA contract
Minimize the risk of license non-compliance and financial risk
Lowering the TCO of Microsoft software

Who is this training for?

License Manager

SAM Manager

IT Manager

Contract management and licensing professionals in large organizations

Training program

EA contract context — contract structure in the SAM tool, qualified users and devices, licensing scope
Asset inventory — importing IT infrastructure data into the SAM tool, completeness verification, mapping assets to licenses
License repository — building and managing the EA license repository, entitlement documentation, historical purchases
License balance — developing a license balance in the SAM tool, identifying surpluses and shortages, licensing compliance assessment
Purchasing and True-Up — purchase planning when signing an EA contract, anniversary orders (True-Up), cost optimization
Reporting and monitoring — generating reports from the SAM tool, archiving, change monitoring, audit preparation

Delivery Methods

Online

Convenience of participating from anywhere
Interactive live sessions with trainer
Materials available for 30 days
No travel costs

On-site

Direct contact with trainer and group
Intensive hands-on workshops
Networking with other participants
Full focus on learning

Frequently asked questions

What are the prerequisites for this training?

The Microsoft EA contract management in the SAM tool training does not require specialized prior knowledge. Basic IT knowledge is sufficient.

What is the format and duration of this training?

The training lasts 1 day and is available in online and on-site format. Sessions run from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. We can also customize the schedule to fit your team's needs.

Who is this training designed for?

This training is designed for: License Manager; SAM Manager; IT Manager.