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Title: Microsoft Kills Volume Rebates in Name of 'Transparency'

Link: https://it.slashdot.org/story/25/08/15/135720...

Microsoft is updating its pricing approach for Online Services in Enterprise
Agreements in the name of consistency and transparency, but could leave some
customers paying more. From a report: Many customers, particularly larger
ones, enjoy substantial discounts via volume licensing and the change, which
will bring the Online Services pricing model into line with those already
rolled out for services like Azure, "reflects our ongoing commitment to
greater transparency and alignment across all purchasing channels." Online
Services include products such as Dynamics 365 and Windows 365. Exactly how
big a discount customers enjoyed depends on the deal they scored. The change
will mean that "pricing will align with the pricing published on
Microsoft.com." According to Microsoft, "This change reduces licensing
complexity, enabling partners to invest less time evaluating Microsoft
pricing and programs and more time working with customers on their business
needs. With simplified and standardized prices, partners can shift their
focus to delivering unique services that will propel their customers'
growth." The changes will take effect on November 1.

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