https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/licensing/licensing-programs/enterprise (Overview of EA)
https://download.microsoft.com/download/8/9/A/89A3F8B9-94DE-4956-A56E-F6D2B215D0E6/Enterprise_Agreement_Program_Guide.pdf (Program Guide)
The Microsoft Enterprise Agreement (EA) is a flexible volume licensing program designed for organizations with 500 or more users or devices. The benefits of an EA agreement are:
Best Value:
- Pricing and Discounts: EAs offer the best pricing, discounts, and added benefits to support server and cloud technologies.
- Common IT Platform: Deploy a consistent IT platform across your organization for maximum savings.
- Budget Flexibility: Lock in pricing and spread payments over three years, minimizing upfront costs.
Flexibility:
- Access to Latest Versions: Stay current with the latest versions of both cloud and on-premises software.
- Tailored Solutions: Customize your agreement based on your organization’s unique size and technology needs.
- Software Assurance: Automatically access the latest software and technologies.
Manageability:
- Streamlined License Management: Simplify license management with a single organization-wide agreement.
- Predictable Payments: Make predictable payments through a single agreement covering both cloud services and software.
- Expert Assistance: Manage licensing throughout the agreement’s life with help from a Microsoft Certified Partner or representative.
- Per User Licensing: Move to a pure per-user licensing model, eliminating device counting complexities.
The Microsoft EA agreement provides flexibility, cost savings, and centralized management for organizations seeking comprehensive licensing solutions.
