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Microsoft 365 E7 changes guide

Microsoft 365 E7: The Frontier Suite Explained

by Kelly Yip, LISA Course Leader

Microsoft’s upcoming E7 release, set to arrive in May, has already sparked plenty of conversation, but does it live up to the buzz?

If you’re weighing up whether it’s a genuine step forward or simply another addition to the lineup, our breakdown of Microsoft 365 E7 will guide you through what it offers, and whether it’s the right fit for your organisation.

SaaS Management article

SaaS Is Everywhere, But Who's Really Managing It?

Collaborative article by Kelly Yip and CloudEagle

SaaS has become the backbone of modern business, yet many organisations still struggle to control the growing sprawl of tools, processes, and access. LISA and CloudEagle explore why ITAM teams are uniquely positioned to lead SaaS governance, and how the right guidance can help organisations gain visibility, reduce risk, and manage SaaS at scale.

LISA news, breaking down the barriers of SAP licensing

New SAP Licensing courses, breaking down barriers

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.

A LISA update, our next chapetr

The next chapter for LISA

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.

VMware from Broadcom

The VMware you knew is gone: Navigating the post-Broadcom reality

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.

New Oracle Licensing Course article by Kelly Yip

Why Learning Oracle Licensing Isn’t Optional Anymore - Our New Course Makes it Easy!

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.

Shaun Ashbury, Is the ITAM Role growing faster than you are?

ITAM Roles Growing Faster Than You Are?

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?

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