Maximizing Microsoft Enterprise Agreement Value

This document is a guide focused on optimizing the value of Microsoft Enterprise Agreements for government agencies. It outlines the significance of leveraging existing Microsoft solutions to meet agency objectives amidst challenges such as shrinking budgets and increasing cyber threats. The guide emphasizes the importance of visibility into the tools available, addressing competing priorities, and avoiding the pitfalls of overabundant solutions. It introduces the 'You Already Own It' program by Planet Technologies, which aims to educate agencies on maximizing their existing Microsoft investments through licensing optimization, prescriptive deployment, and ongoing reinforcement. The document also presents best practices for collaboration with external providers to enhance the use of Microsoft tools. A case study illustrates how a federal agency successfully utilized its existing Microsoft licenses to develop a software application, demonstrating the potential benefits of the program. Overall, the guide serves as a resource for public sector entities to fully leverage their Microsoft investments.