Top Three Challenges in Standard IBM License Agreements

IBM software licensing can present an array of interpretive and compliance challenges for even the most sophisticated licensees. Here are three of the most important things to keep in mind when planning to license IBM products under the company's standard-form...

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One Easy, Preventative Step to Reduce Exposure in Autodesk Audits

In the universe of software-copyright enforcement programs, Autodesk's may be the most active and vigorous. All businesses - even those not running Autodesk software - should take steps early and regularly to identify and eliminate any software-compliance gaps associated with...

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BSA Settlement a Reminder of Licensing Requirements for Hosting and Development

The Business Software Alliance (BSA) announced on March 28 that it had reached a $100,000 settlement with an advertising agency in Melbourne, Australia, based on the firm's allegedly unlicensed use of BSA-member software products. However, unlike the majority of BSA...

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