Mastering IBM License Compliance Audits: Your Comprehensive Guide

What You’ll Learn

✔ Proactive Preparation: Learn how to conduct internal audits, gather accurate software inventories, and establish robust compliance positions.

✔ Audit Negotiation Tactics: Understand how to define audit scope, control data collection processes, and minimize risk exposure.​

✔ Understanding IBM Licensing: Gain insights into sub-capacity licensing, IBM License Metric Tool (ILMT) requirements, and bundling rules to avoid common compliance pitfalls.​

✔ Critical Review Process: Discover methods to analyze IBM’s Effective License Position (ELP) reports and challenge any incorrect findings.​

✔ Cost-Saving Strategies: Explore licensing alternatives and optimize settlements

✔ Post-Audit Compliance: Implement necessary changes to maintain compliance

Why This Guide is Essential

IBM audits are among the most challenging in the software industry. Without proper preparation, organizations risk financial claims, reputational harm, and operational disruptions.

This guide provides you with the knowledge and tools you need to take control of your IBM license compliance strategy —helping you mitigate risks and navigate audits with confidence.

Download it now and take a proactive approach to IBM license compliance.

About the Author

Koen Dingjan, IBM Service Director

Koen is a seasoned expert in IBM licensing with nearly two decades of experience. A former Deloitte auditor, he has led over 60 IBM compliance reviews and developed an industry-recognised IBM compliance certification course. At ITAA, Koen helps clients manage IBM license compliance, defend against audits, and optimise license management strategies.