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Microsoft Open Business Licensing
Microsoft Open Business Licensing allows businesses to purchase Microsoft products at discount prices with a minimum of just five licenses. One of the benefits of Open Business compared to Open Volume is that you don’t need such a large up-front volume commitment, but you still get the savings and convenience of the licensing program. After your initial order with Buypcsoft.com you can purchase additional licenses within the program with no minimum quantity, as long as you are within your two year term.
Software Assurance
You have the option to purchase your licenses with Software Assurance (SA) or without. Software Assurance is Microsoft's maintenance plan which comes with 24 hour support along with access to new versions that are released during your term.
Microsoft Software Assurance is a maintenance option that helps your organization get the most from Microsoft software through a broad range of benefits, including but not limited to:
- 24x7 Support - Your IT staff will have the support they need if problems arise, anytime, day or night.
- New Version Rights - Get new software versions that are released during your term at no additional cost.
- Deployment Planning - Get an interactive session of Desktop Deployment Planning to learn the most advanced techniques, processes and tools in Office and Windows.
- Training Vouchers - Get vouchers for training courses from Microsoft Certified Partners for Learning Solutions.
- E-Learning - Get exclusive access to Microsoft E-Learning Online for visually engaging training.
- Home Use - Employees can install desktop applications like Microsoft Office Suites or the individual Microsoft applications on their home computer.
Software Assurance coverage is available for two years or until the end of the term of Open License authorization number, whichever comes first.
Minimum Requirements
Minimum of 5 Licenses (licenses can be mixed and matched).
Media
A software license grants you the right to run or access a software program, but it does not come with the program itself. In order to obtain the media, you must log onto EOpen and register. There you will be able to either download the media for all Open Licenses that you have purchased. Or you can purchase the media for $25 if you'd like the actual CD/DVD (also purchased through EOpen). You are entitled to one media pack for the program you purchased Open Licenses for. If you want more than one media, you may purchase Additional Media for a higher price.
Microsoft Open Volume Licensing
Microsoft Open Volume Licensing offers deep discounts for businesses making large purchases. Open Volume goes by a point system and requires a minimum initial order of 500 points within a product pool. Product Pools are separated into three categories - Applications, Systems, or Servers. Each license carries a unit value of at least one point; with many licenses counting for higher unit values.
Points
Points are calculated based on three product pools (Applications, Systems, and Servers), with a minimum entry acquisition level of 500 points in each chosen pool. Product licenses vary between 1 and 400 points.
Media
A software license grants you the right to run or access a software program, but it does not come with the program itself. In order to obtain the media, you must log onto EOpen and register. There you will be able to either download the media for all Open Licenses that you have purchased. Or you can purchase the media for $25 if you'd like the actual CD/DVD (also purchased through EOpen). You are entitled to one media pack for the program you purchased Open Licenses for.
Software Assurance
You have the option to purchase your licenses with Software Assurance (SA) or without. If you decide against Software Assurance and later change your mind, you can purchase it separately. Purchasing some licenses with SA and some without is fine..
How to Buy Microsoft Open Volume
To buy licenses within the Applications & Systems Pool, you will need a license for every computer or user that needs to access that software program. You can choose between Licenses with Software Assurance or just Licenses.
To buy licenses within the Server Pool, a server license is required for each operating system environment, as well as a CAL for each user or device who wants to access that program. User CALs are usually more cost effective if there are multiple devices per user (for example, a user has a laptop and handheld computer). Device CALs are usually more cost effective if there are multiple users per device (for example, a call center or an airport kiosk).
Adobe Volume Licensing: TLP Program
Volume licensing made easy
Adobe® Open Options 4.5 makes it easy for organizations of all sizes to get the benefits of volume ordering through TLP. This program is available worldwide and covers most Adobe desktop products. There are no membership requirements. For every eligible order of a new or upgrade Adobe software license, or of Upgrade Plan, you receive points. Your discount level is based on the total point value of your transaction.
TLP discount levels
As the number of points increases in a single transaction, the discount level improves. Discounts are provided at the following levels.
Minimum points
| Level |
Commercial |
Education1 |
Government |
| R |
1 |
1 |
- |
| S |
1,500 |
1,000 |
1 |
| T |
25,0002 |
5,000 |
- |
1Education point values refer to Education versions only.
215,000 outside the United States, Canada, and Japan. Contact your Adobe reseller for more information.
The Discount Level Calculator can help you determine which level you qualify for, based on the points associated with the product licenses you need.
In addition, when you order products through TLP, Adobe provides you with an easy-to-use licensing website that simplifies software administration and record-keeping. This custom site provides a single location for up-to-date access to your Adobe software licensing information.
TLP Benefits at a Glance
Ordering Flexibility
- Achieve budget predictability through annual (for government) and biannual Upgrade Plans.
- Enjoy no minimum order size. The more that is purchased, the higher the discount rate for that transaction.
- No signature “contract” to sign.
- Discounts are automatically applied to transactions.
- Available through thousands of resellers or Adobe Direct.
Easy Deployment/Management
- Streamline deployment with quick and easy one-time order placement and fulfillment.
- All serial numbers, units, platforms, and product licenses published on same license certificate.
- Enjoy one simple and flexible purchase transaction.
- TLP is open to commercial, education, and government organizations. Contact an Adobe reseller for more information. Or to place a TLP order immediately with your credit card, call 800-443-8158 and buy through Adobe TLP Direct.
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