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Use Software Management Tools for These 3 Benefits

Use Software Management Tools for These 3 Benefits

August 16, 2024

You can’t run a modern business without software. Even your most basic solopreneur business runs using software at its foundation. For businesses, this problem is increased dramatically as the amount of software fueling operations increases. Software management tools can improve the way your organization keeps tabs on its software.

With software management, you can…

  • Make patching and updating software easier
  • Assess usage of specific software tools
  • Manage licenses for your various applications.

Make Patches and Updates Simpler

Your software will eventually need to undergo an update if you hope to stay in business. With software management tools, you can deploy updates and patches to keep your software secure and reliable. Otherwise, you may encounter functionality issues that make your business ventures more difficult in the long run.

Understand Software Usage Better

Sometimes businesses implement niche software solutions that have one singular use, and outside of that, they aren’t particularly useful. Years might go by when a business still has a specific software solution. This is where a software audit and software usage statistics come in handy. You can avoid spending money on unnecessary software and streamline your operational budget in the process.

Track Your Licenses and Accounts Easier

If you have ever purchased software licenses for a departing employee, you know the downfalls of purchasing software by the license. Your needs constantly change, so you need a way to assess and manage licenses and accounts. Software management gives you the tools to make that happen. It’s especially important if you have multiple cloud-based tools, as they can be tricky to track—along with your active user accounts.

Consider Software Management Tools for Your Business

If your organization needs an easy way to manage and maintain its software, then look no further than First Column IT. To learn more about how our technology management services can help you manage your software solutions, call us today at (571) 470-5594.

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