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Resource Guide: Software Licensing and Contracting

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Articles From Other Sources:
  • The NEXT WAVE of Software Licensing. Brian Robinson, InfoWorld; September 25, 2006, Vol. 28 Issue 39, p.33. To order, call 847/291-5217.
    http://www.infoworld.com
    This article explores the next generation of software licensing.

  • How to Lasso Software Savings. Paul Teague, Purchasing. July 13, 2006, p. 82. To order call 800/446-6551.
    http://www.purchasing.com
    This article provides tips on how to get the best deal when making software purchases.

  • Decoding the Fine Print. Dan Tynan. InfoWorld, March 2004. To order, call 847/291-5217 or e-mail customerservice@infoworld.com.
    http://www.infoworld.com
    This article talks about some of the pitfalls involved in software licensing and contracts. Things such as the wrong pricing model, usurious maintenance fees, vague language, limited warranties, and failure to plan for change can cost you big over the long haul. The article also discusses several ways to avoid the most common licensing mistakes.

  • Software Licensing Grows Complex. Linda Musthaler. Network World, July 2004. To order, e-mail bcruse@nww.com or call Michael Shober at 717/399-1900, ext. 129.
    http://www.networkworld.com
    This article discusses how the current, primary pricing model today for enterprise software is perpetual licensing -- you pay for the software upfront and use it as long as you want. However, the application service provider model is making a comeback.

  • Are You on Top of Your Software Licensing? Ian Palmer. Financial Executive, June 2004. To order, go to http://www.fei.org.
    This article discusses best practices in managing software licenses. Businesses can either pay now to buy needed solutions, or pay large fines later if caught out of compliance.

  • Software Licensing 101: Types and Terms. Dan Tynan. InfoWorld, March 2004. To order, call 847/291-5217 or e-mail customerservice@infoworld.com.
    http://www.infoworld.com
    The basic types of software licenses and license terminology are defined in this article.

  • Licensed to Bill. Ray Murphy. Supply Management, February 2004. To order, contact Galleon at +44 (0) 1795 414887.
    http://www.supplymanagement.com
    Software licensing is an area that carries significant obligations and a resultant potential for liabilities. Managers must pay particular attention to license agreement terms.

  • Negotiating a Software License? Here are Some Tips. Susan Avery. Purchasing, October 2002. To order, go to http://www.reed4success.com/defaultaction.asp or call 800/446-6551.
    http://www.manufacturing.net/pur/
    Advice on how best to go about software licensing is offered with tips on negotiating a favorable software license agreement.

  • License Agreements Made Easy. Michelle Zelsman. InfoWorld, March 23, 2001. To order, call 402/292-5688 or e-mail customerservice@infoworld.com
    http://www.infoworld.com
    Software licenses have become increasingly more complex; this article dives into explaining the details.

  • Making Sense of Software Licensing. Tom Jelen. Techsoup.org, February 14, 2001. To order, call 415/512-7784 or e-mail info@techsoup.org
    http://www.techsoup.org
    Understanding software licensing is essential to your organization. This article offers helpful examples in a straightforward format.



Products:
  • Legal Considerations of Software Licensing and Other Technology-Related Agreements. ISM Seminar. To register, call 800/888-6276 x401.
    http://www.ism.ws
    Gain an understanding of the legalities that affect technology and e-commerce purchasing. Review the key components of a contract and requirements for complex buys. Protect intellectual property, analyze and draft various types of technology-related contracts and explore statements of work for electronic projects and contracts.

  • A Practical Guide to Software Licensing for Licensees and Licensors: Analyses and Model Forms. H. Ward Classen. American Bar Association, January 2006.
    To order, go to http://www.abanet.org
    This guidebook examines issues related to software licensing.

  • Software Agreements Line by Line: A Detailed Look at Software Contracts and Licenses & How to Change Them to Fit Your Needs.
    Michael Overly, et al.
    Aspatore Books, 2004.
    To order, go to http://www.aspatore.com/store.asp.
    This book offers detailed insight into software licensing.

  • The Laws Behind Technology: Leading Lawyers On The Legal Aspects Of Patents, Software Licensing, Telecommunications, & More (Inside the Minds).
    Anonymous.
    Aspatore Books, 2004.
    To order, go to http://www.aspatore.com/store.asp.
    This publication discusses various aspects of technology law that will appeal to both lawyers and C-Level managers alike.



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