News and Insights specifically for ITAM Learning, Career Growth & Certification.
Sharon Ryan, interviewed by Kelly Yip
SAP licensing has long felt like a gated discipline for anyone without years of hands-on experience, breaking in can seem intimidating, if not impossible. In this article and interview, we introduce Sharon Ryan, our new course expert, who shares how she became a SAP licensing specialist and what inspired her to create new SAP courses designed to open the door for others.
Martin Thompson, founder of ITAM Review Learning
We’re entering an exciting new chapter. As part of an organisational update, LISA will be separating from ITAM Forum to become an independent entity. Martin shares more details on what this may mean for you.
Barry Pilling, VMware expert interviewed by Kelly YIP
Barry and Kelly discuss how the VMware landscape has been fundamentally reshaped since its acquisition by Broadcom in 2023 -with major changes to licensing, products, and support models creating new challenges for IT teams. Read about Barry's observations and the new courses he has just published to help businesses navigate this new reality.
By KELLY YIP, LISA COURSE LEADER
Oracle licensing is notoriously complex, filled with rules, exceptions, and costly pitfalls. Kelly introduces her new, refreshed Oracle Licensing course, designed to simplify the chaos and give you the confidence to navigate Oracle licensing with clarity.
By LISA
Wisdom Unplugged UK 2025 brought together ITAM professionals for two days of learning, celebration, and connection. From LISA training, the ITAM Excellence Awards and the Wisdom conference. Who were the winners on the night, and what insights did you miss?
By Shaun Ashbury, Licenseware
As expectations rise and technology advances, the definition of a ‘skills gap’ is evolving. Are those still servicing ITAM with outdated methods or broken tools being left behind, and how can we empower them to catch up and do more?
By LISA
A new partnership between ITAM Forum and the FinOps Foundation aims to bridge the gap between FinOps and ITAM/SAM through community engagement, educational opportunities, and new working groups. Beyond the broader industry benefits, what does this mean for LISA customers?
