FinOps and ITAM

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23 Jul 2026FinOps and ITAM

Who coined 'cloud computing'? A 1996 Compaq paper and a planner entry two weeks earlier — both owned by the men claiming credit, who still can't agree.

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23 Jul 2026FinOps and ITAM

The Term Nobody Coined

Who coined 'IT asset management'? ITIL, Gartner, and IAITAM all look like the source until you check the dates. Some terms are never coined. They build up.

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10 Jan 2026FinOps and ITAM

Security Copilot in M365 E5 Is Not a Gift

Microsoft bundles Security Copilot with M365 E5, but the 400 SCU allocation per 1,000 users may not last. Overage billing at $6 per SCU awaits.

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22 Mar 2024FinOps and ITAM

The most critical requirement in an Enterprise Agreement

Microsoft Enterprise Agreement (EA) requires a "platform commitment." It provides cost and management benefits but carries financial risks.

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8 Mar 2024FinOps and ITAM

SQL Server in a Microsoft Server and Cloud Enrollment

SCE offers discounts for bulk Microsoft licensing, but comes with legacy license restrictions. Analyse the cost-benefit before committing.

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6 Mar 2024FinOps and ITAM

ISV Licensing and Hosting: Understanding the Restrictions

ISV licenses come with specific hosting restrictions for service providers. Understand the rules around dedicated hardware, sublicensing, and limited usage.