On-DemandWebinar:

The Ultimate Microsoft EA Contract Review Checklist  
Navigating Post-MCA Changes for Cost Control & Compliance

📅 Recorded on  August 21, 2025
🌐On-Demand Webinar

Webinar Details

Microsoft’s introduction of the MCA and changes to Enterprise Agreements have transformed Microsoft Licensing renewals into complex, cross-functional negotiations. IT, Finance, Legal, and Procurement must now work together to control costs, ensure compliance, and avoid costly mistakes.

In this actionable webinar, Microsoft licensing experts Ben Marshall and Nikki Vijeh will share a step-by-step EA Contract Review Checklist, built from real-world experiences, to help you navigate post-MCA challenges and secure the best possible Microsoft renewal outcome.

You'll learn:

  • The impact of Microsoft's 'pricing consistency' update
  • Key MCA changes that impact Microsoft license renewals
  • The most common and costly renewal pitfalls
  • The essential EA Contract Review Checklist
  • How to prepare 6–12 months ahead of your renewal date
  • New licensing strategies to optimize cost and compliance

Watch the webinar recording to gain more leverage to control costs, maintain compliance, and avoid surprises. 

Is the webinar free?
Yes, our webinars are free! The Licensing resources are put together by the team at ENow Software with Microsoft licensing experts to ensure we can offer the most valuable information and updates to make your job easier. Microsoft Licensing is constantly evolving, and agreements can be complex and confusing - our goal is to help you throughout your Microsoft licensing journey to save you money.
I watched on-demand but have questions - where can I direct those?
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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%.

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Nikki Vijeh

Global Head of Cloud Enablement, The IT Strategists

Nikki Vijeh has spent the past 15 years helping organizations navigate the complexities of licensing, cloud strategy, and FinOps. She has built and led Microsoft and Cloud Optimization practices, delivering innovative solutions that simplify operations and maximize business value.

A proven IT services leader, Nikki has played a pivotal role in forming high-impact technology partnerships and driving sustainable growth. She works closely with partners and enterprise customers to optimize IT investments, negotiate favorable contracts, and align cloud adoption with financial accountability. Her strategic insight, hands-on expertise, and customer-first approach have helped organizations save millions in IT spend while building more efficient and scalable technology.