Software spend now includes software cost running on Azure reserved instances

Note:This enhancement is available with Cloud License Management.

You can now capture Pay-As-You-Go (PAYG) software costs alongside existing Bring Your Own License (BYOL) costs for supported products running on Microsoft Azure reserved instances in Cloud License Management. This enhancement provides a more complete and accurate view of your overall cloud software spend.

Additionally, any applicable software discounts are automatically applied, ensuring reported costs align with actual charges. This improvement enhances forecasting accuracy, supports better optimization decisions, and strengthens cross-cloud cost governance.

For more information, see Getting Started With Cloud License Management.