It is not always readily apparent when an enterprise is operating unlicensed software as part of their IT asset stable. In a fast-growing business, the record-keeping often does not keep up with the pace of growth as decisions are made quickly to ramp up and fill demand. IT acquisitions increase at a record pace, and [...]

Software Compliance Audits are initiated primarily from two sources -- the software makers themselves and the powerful trade groups that represented them. These trade groups are focused and proactive on representing the software industry giants. The Software Alliance (BSA) and the Software & Information Industry Association (SIIA) are both leaders in launching Software Audits [...]