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Software licensing, done the right way

We help businesses reduce cloud waste, right-size subscriptions, and save money with licensing services that just make sense. Simple, transparent, and designed to add value - exactly how licensing should be.
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83%
of UK businesses are overspending on cloud licenses - we want to fix that.
The problem with cloud licensing
Too many tools, overlapping subscriptions, and idle licenses lead to unnecessary cost and confusion. We bring human insight, control, and full visibility, so you finally understand what licenses you actually need - and what ones are draining your budget.
How we eliminate cloud waste and make your licenses work harder
Licensing audits and analysis. We perform software license reviews to identify - and eliminate - unused or underutilised licenses.
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We map every license across your estate for full transparency
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Analyse usage data to uncover wasted spend
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You receive clear, expert advice on how to right-size your software estate
Cloud optimisation and cost reduction. Achieve real savings through right-sizing, consolidation, and a smarter licensing strategy.
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Optimise Azure and SaaS subscriptions based on real demand
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Consolidate underused plans and align costs to usage
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Monitor consumption to prevent drift and cloud sprawl
Software asset management. We take ownership of renewals, compliance, and lifecycle updates to unlock maximum value.
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We manage audits, vendor relationships, and license renewals for you
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Track entitlements and compliance across platforms
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Negotiate better pricing and terms through continuous review
Is cloud spend spiralling out of control in your business?
We can figure out what's causing cloud costs to rise (and fix it too).
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Maximum value, minimum complexity
Smarter licensing is as easy as 1-2-3
Three simple steps that create a smarter cloud licensing strategy for your business. We deliver software licensing services built on insight, people, and strategic value.
Powered by intelligence
Build a true picture
We use real data - not guesswork - to uncover cloud waste, analyse usage patterns, and give you the knowledge you need to create a smarter, more efficient, and cost-effective software estate.
Improve visibility
Driven by people
Understand your users
Our consultants work closely with your people to understand how tools are actually used. Every recommendation is practical, human, and based on what will help unlock the full potential of your teams.
Increase utilisation
Value chain led
Make it sustainable
We align your licensing strategy to both short- and long-term goals in your business. This gives you flexibility to grow, adapt to change, and avoid being locked into contracts that limit progress.
Scale with ease
The 848 difference
Why people choose
848 Group
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One single point of contact, 1000+ cloud solutions. Access thousands of vendors and bring all your cloud services into a single agreement. More choice, more control - one partner to manage it all.

Inhouse cloud specialists that understand the complexities of cloud licensing. Our specialist team have decades of licensing experience and expertise to unlock the full value of every license.

Exclusive Microsoft Partner benefits. As an 848 Group customer, you get priority access to funding opportunities, discounted licenses, Microsoft Premier Support and more.
Our SAM service helps customers save between 20-40% in cloud costs on average.
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Licensing services that look ahead
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month after month
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