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Why KeyServer?
Full License Control
KeyServer allows a network administrator to centrally
control access to any Windows or Macintosh application running anywhere
on the network. KeyServer limits launches of each application to the
legal number available and can control access to a given program by any
combination of criteria such as network location, time of day,
name/password, etc.
Enterprise Strength (PDF)
The KeyServer solution is robust and scalable, where a
single KeyServer can support tens of thousands of computers.
Why have a License Management
Tool?
Useful features
- Different User Groups / Different Privileges
- Reserve Licenses for Lab Usage
- Support for Portable Computers
- Prevent Use of Games & Instant Messaging Software
- Stop Piracy in Open Computing Environment
Primary Functions of KeyServer
- Discover & Identify Software Assets
- Manage Legal Use / Prevent Piracy
- Make Software More Accessible
- Produce Detailed Usage Reports
- Reclaim & Redistribute Unused Licenses
- Prevent Use of Unwanted Applications
Manage Any Type of Software
License
- Single-User Licenses - e.g. Microsoft, FileMaker, and
others
- Concurrent Use Licenses - e.g. Adobe, Deneba, Corel,
and others
- In Any Location - Both desktop installed software and
server-based software
Two Unique Management Choices
- Secure Key Prevents Piracy - Installs technology into
existing software
- Convenient "Auto-discover" Method - Locate and manage
end-user installed software
- Use One or Both Methods
Seamless Global and Local Support
- Instantaneous Global & Local Access - Seamless
support for 50,000+ multi-OS users
- Global Administration from any Desktop - Administer
KeyServer worldwide from anywhere
- KeyShadows Provide Global Fault-tolerance
Flexible Logging & Reports
- Extensive Usage Logs
- Internal Logs & SQL Data Streaming
- Fourteen Standard, Built-in Reports
- Unlimited Custom Reports - SQL/Crystal Reports/Cognos
- Combine Reports from Multiple KeyServers
- Integrate with Other Management Systems
- Publish Reports from Anywhere on Internet
The Hidden Benefit
"Organizations that implement
an effective asset management strategy will realize savings of between
5 and 35 percent of their IT budgets".
- Gartner Group Study
Mature
Technology
KeyServer has been shipping since 1990, with continuous additions to
the core technology. With tens of thousands of customers, and each of
these customers managing hundreds (if not thousands of client
computers), KeyServer has strength in it's huge installed base.
Manage All
License Types
KeyServer will manage and enforce all software license types, be that
concurrent, site or single node licenses.
Fully
Cross Platform
KeyServer supports the major desktop & server operating systems.
License management can span operating systems, so that
suite applications can be managed seemlessly.
Transparent
to Users
Most of the time your Users will not know they are under KeyServer
management.
Network
friendly
Network traffic is minimal when using KeyServer. Extremely small
packets are transferred across the network.
AutoDiscovery
KeyServer will inform the Administrator of newly installed
applications. The Administrator can even allow denial of launch of
these applications, from the central KeyServer administrator console.
Authentication
& Reporting
With multiple Authentication modules as well as inbuilt reports,
KeyServer can stream to SQL databases for additional reporting or
Authentication.
Manage
Remote Users
KeyCheckout can handle Users not connected to the network, and still
maintain license compliance, or Users can dial in and launch
applications as if they were connected to the LAN/WAN. KeyServer can
log usage whilst clients are offline and then upload usage statistics
automatically once connected back to the KeyServer.
Schedule
Application Use
Applications can be scheduled for use by particular groups of people or
computers.
Deny
Authorised Applications
Once you autodiscover applications, you can deny (or restrict) launch
of any application found on your network. Deny launch of games, or
other applications you do not wish to be run on your network, with a
simple switch from the central KeyServer Administrator console.
Central
Control
One point of management for all software assets. Assistant privileges
can be granted to allow multi-access to KeyServer administrator console.
Applications
can be launched anywhere
KeyServer's unique method of management, enables software to reside
anywhere on the network, on local hard drives, on servers, on cd-rom's.
No restrictions on where software can be installed.
Manage
Software Upgrades
Central control of all software licenses, can give you an easy method
of upgrading software versions of any application across the network.
When upgrading to the next version, place a post launch message on the
old version, and direct Users to upgrade to the new application (eg.
available from server 'x'). Then gradually decrease the licenses
available for the old version whilst increasing available licenses for
the new version.
Reports
Produce high level, or detailed reports on all software activity. Full
utilisation reports on all activity across your network. Either via
internal reports, or streamed out to external SQL database, reports
give you the vital information on actual software usage. These
statistics can then be used to determine future software upgrades, or
removal for the network - and help with accurate software
forecasts/budgets. Many sites just use the reporting function alone to
gather real statistics of software usage, and then implement their
software policies using KeyServer management. Web based reporting with
unique division password access, gives management staff the tools to
report on their software use.
Broad
Industry Support
KeyServer is the de-facto Industry leader in Software License
Management. KeyServer has close links with the SIIA, BSA, BSAA and
major software publishers.
Free Support
We provide free support to all KeyServer customers. KeyServer is a
mature and robust solution, and we stand behind the product, and offer
a full 60 day money back guarantee if you are not totally satisfied.
Rapid
Deployment
KeyServer works 'out of the box' and requires no customisation.
Why have a License Management Tool?
Get Organised
Once your network grows to more than 50 computers, managing what
software is installed on which computer becomes almost impossible
unless you use a tool.
Manage Scarce Resources
Typically every organisation has purchased enough computers and network
equipment to run a network, however, the software that is run on this
network is still the most expensive resource used on the network.
Enforce Software License Agreements
Each software vendor, Microsoft, Adobe, etc. have their own particular
License Agreement and you are obliged to comply with these agreements.
A software license management tool should be able to enforce these
agreements, so that you know that you are legal.
Reduce Total Cost of Ownership
Your total software expenditure should fall when
using a software license management tool. Guesswork is removed when
using a software license management tool. Real statistics on software
usage can be generated and resources allocated accordingly. Typically,
an organisation should be able to pay for the cost of the license
management tool within the 1st year of implementation.
Be ready for an external Audit
Software Publishers are becoming more proactive in auditing
organisations for compliance to license agreements. Presenting the
reports from a license management tool will show any external auditor
what is occurring on your network.
Enforce Company Policy
Your organisation may have certain policies on software usage, and you
need to have a tool to enforce those policies. Such policies may be not
to download applications from the Internet, or only use certain
applications out of normal business hours.
Manage Software Upgrades
How do you migrate your Users to the latest version of a software
application? A license management tool should be able to manage this
migration with ease.
Stop Piracy
Ideally you should not want your site to be a source for pirated
software. You may want to protect your own in-house software, or add
application level security to your network.
Be Proactive
Have real statistics to take to management meetings when decisions need
to be taken on upgrading software applications. Implement training
programs which cater towards actual software being used.
Software Librarian
A library cannot operate without a Librarian, so too, your software
library requires a software librarian to manage your software resources.
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