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Page 1: Www.ScottandScottllp.com Robert J. Scott, Esq. Mariqus Alexander Managing PartnerDirector of IT Services

www.ScottandScottllp.comRobert J. Scott, Esq. Mariqus AlexanderManaging Partner Director of IT Services

Page 2: Www.ScottandScottllp.com Robert J. Scott, Esq. Mariqus Alexander Managing PartnerDirector of IT Services

© 2007 Scott&Scott, LLP

History

º Scott & Scott is a global leader in managing software license compliance disputes.

º We regularly represent software publishers and end users in software audits, compliance reviews, and litigation regarding software license compliance.

º Our technology offerings incorporate years of experience solving software compliance challenges under tight deadlines with zero margin for error.

º Our approach recognizes that tools, process, and people are required to achieve compliance.

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© 2007 Scott&Scott, LLP

Industry Challenges

º Lack of automation to perform software license reconciliation.

º Lack of appropriate licensing resources to assist with reconciliation adjustments and procurement decisions.

º Increased regulatory and market pressure to maintain and prove license compliance.

º The amount of irrelevant data that is returned by software inventory tools complicates license reconciliation.

º Enterprise suites often lack best-of-breed functionality for software license compliance.

º Significant implementation costs and high implementation failure rates.

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Solution Overviewº Field-tested in hundreds of audits involving

companies of all sizes in various industries.º A sophisticated point solution that is inexpensive and

easy to implement.º Proprietary filters, data normalization, and robust

reporting automate labor intensive tasks.º The extensive Software License Guide published by

recognized legal experts automates license optimization.

º Scott & Scott’s legal and IT professionals take a consultative approach to ensure successful implementation.

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Unique Value Differentiators

º Software Inventory Analyzer – increase efficiency and save time with out-of-the-box reports that exclude component parts, freeware, shareware, etc.

º Software License Optimization – maximize license entitlements to control IT spending.

º Software License Guide – avoid compliance risks by leveraging the comprehensive online knowledge base of software licensing rules from top publishers.

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On-going Services

º Maintenance of proprietary filters and algorithms that automate license reconciliation.

º Subscription to Software License Guide with all new product coverage updates.

º Support from experienced professionals to assist clients with accomplishing objectives.

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License & Service Options

º Small Business Edition (less than 250 seats) unlimited e-mail support, Software Inventory Analyzer. Consulting and Software License Guide sold separately.

º Standard Edition (250 – 999 seats) unlimited phone and e-mail support, Software License Guide, Software Inventory Analyzer, basic SAM project planning. Consulting and training sold separately.

º Professional Edition (1,000 to 10,000 seats) unlimited e-mail and phone support, Software License Guide, Software Inventory Analyzer, customized SAM project planning, dedicated consultant and attorney for support, basic end-user training. Compliance certification sold separately.

º Enterprise Edition (over 10,000 seats) unlimited phone and e-mail support, Software License Guide, Software Inventory Analyzer, customized SAM project planning, dedicated consultant and attorney for support, customized end-user training, and compliance certification.

Page 8: Www.ScottandScottllp.com Robert J. Scott, Esq. Mariqus Alexander Managing PartnerDirector of IT Services

© 2007 Scott&Scott, LLP

Contact Information

Robert J. Scott, Esq.

Mariqus Alexander

Scott & Scott, LLP.

2200 Ross Avenue, Suite 5350 East

Dallas, Texas 75201

Phone: (800) 596-6176

Fax: (800) 529-3292

E-Mail: [email protected]