On-Demand Webinar:
Comparing Microsoft 365 Licensing Agreements: MCA, MCA-E, and EAs...Oh My
Recorded on February 12, 2025
🌐 On-Demand Webinar
Webinar Details
Watch this informative session as we break down the evolution of Microsoft’s Microsoft 365 Licensing Agreements, compare MCA, MCAE, and EAs, and analyze their benefits and challenges. We 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 learnings you'll take away:
✔ How Microsoft licensing models have evolved
✔ 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
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Meet the Speakers:
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
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.