PROOF OF CONCEPT
Explore our Evaluation Options
Choose the right evaluation path—from a self-service trial to an in-depth ROI analysis.
Choose your Evaluation Path
Each option offers a different level of setup effort, analysis depth, and insight.
Fast-Track Cloud Trial
- Quick feature validation for LicenseAnalyzer Level1
- Self-service setup using your own FlexNet license data
- Get a hands-on preview of Open iT dashboards and insights
- FlexNet license servers only
Proof of Concept (PoC)
- Assess Open iT in your real environment
- Monitor selected license servers and applications over a defined evaluation period
- Recieve a PoC findings report with insights from Open iT usage data
Proof of Value (PoV)
- Comprehensive usage and cost analysis
- Evaluate software utilization against licensing terms and agreements
- Receive a documented ROI and potential savings justification
What Each Evaluation Includes
Compare setup effort, deployment scope, products covered, and expected outcomes.
| Criteria | Fast-Track Cloud Trial | Proof of Concept (PoC) | PoV (Proof of Value) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost & Setup | |||
| Free option | - | - | |
| Uses your real data | |||
| Self-service setup | - | - | |
| Open iT-led setup | - | ||
| Einsatz | |||
| On-Prem | |||
| Wolke | |||
| Capabilities Available for Evaluation | |||
| Runtime usage metering (Level 1) | |||
| Active vs. inactive usage analysis (Level 2) | - | ||
| Automated license harvesting (Level 3) | - | ||
| Other Open iT Modules | - | ||
| Plug-ins & Cost integrations | - | ||
| Outcomes | |||
| Project conclusion report incl. recommendations | |||
| Usage insights & findings | |||
| ROI / Savings analysis report | - | - | |
| Available Products | |||
| LicenseAnalyzer Level 1 | |||
| LicenseAnalyzer Level 2 | - | ||
| LicenseAnalyzer Level 3 | - | ||
| ComputeAnalyzer | - | ||
| Speicheranalysator | - | ||
| CLIMS | - | ||
| LicensePredictor | - | - | |
| LicensePlanner | - | - | |
| Detailed Services Included | |||
| Walkthrough / Basic Training | |||
| Consultation Sessions | - | ||
| Advanced training | - | - | |
| Project conclusion report incl. recommendations | |||
| ROI analysis report / Savings analysis | - | - | |
*Fast-Track Cloud Trial scope is limited to FlexNet license servers for quick self-service setup.
Included
Limited
- Not Available
Not Ready to Deploy a Tool Yet?
4-Hour Contract & License Savings Workshop
Identify key savings opportunities and risks in your software contracts—in a focused, expert-led session.
What this workshop helps you do
- Prepare for upcoming renewals with clearer insight
- Validate contract assumptions against expected demand
- Get expert guidance before making licensing decisions
What you'll get
- A prioritized view of your top savings opportunities
- A clear 30-90 day action plan
- Guidance on what to validate before renewal