Upcoming Webinar:

Comparing Microsoft 365 Licensing Agreements: MCA, MCA-E, and EAs...Oh My 

📅 Wednesday, February 12, 2025
🕰️ 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM ET
🌐 Microsoft Teams Webinar

Webinar Details
Join us for this informative session as we break down the evolution of Microsoft’s Microsoft 365 Licensing Agreements, compare MCA, MCAE, and EA, and analyze their benefits and challenges. We'll also explore Microsoft’s new enterprise approach, which borrows flexibility from Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) models, and discuss the impact on IT procurement, support, and vendor relationships. 

Key Takeaways: 

✔ The evolution of Microsoft licensing models 
✔ MCA vs. MCAE vs. EA: Key differences and comparison 
✔ Pros and cons of each agreement type 
✔ How Microsoft’s new approach borrows CSP flexibility 
✔ Considerations for choosing the proper agreement

Is the webinar free?
Yes, our webinars are free! Our sessions are put together by the team at ENow Software, along with subject-matter experts, to ensure we can offer the most valuable information and updates to make your job easier. Microsoft licensing is constantly changing - our goal is to share the latest updates and the impact those changes may have to help you on that journey.
I'm not sure I can attend - will I receive the recording?
Yes! We understand this time won't suit everyone's schedule, and we're a global community. Everyone who registers for the webinar will receive the recording and slide deck (usually within 48 hours of the live event).
I already have topical questions. Can I send them somewhere to ensure they're answered on the webinar?
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Meet the Speakers:

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Ben Marshall

Owner, The IT Strategist

Ben is the Managing Consultant at The IT Strategist and former Global Head of Microsoft Licensing and Enterprise Agreements at HP Inc., overseeing the direct and indirect licensing business through Microsoft’s CSP Program. Ben works with Microsoft Partners (ISV's, System Integrators, CSPs) to provide an innovative and customer relevant licensing service while working with end customers to improve IT spending while providing a documented return on investment. Ben has over 30 years of experience in both large IT organizations and global IT service providers. He has created several revenue streams from products and services in which the end customer stretched their IT budget between 20% to 60%.

 

Steve Paradis

Steve Paradis

Sr. Microsoft Licensing Specialist

Steve Paradis is a seasoned Microsoft licensing specialist with deep expertise in IT sourcing and Microsoft licensing. He develops actionable processes and tools for software spend management, rightsizing, and optimization. Steve guides clients in licensing strategies and vendor relationships. His comprehensive approach aligns IT investments with business goals while optimizing costs.