GLAS VSAM Program

Verified Partners Providing Software Management Solutions

The Oracle GLAS Verified Software Asset Management (VSAM) program was created to redefine the way partners and customers approach their software licensing and management—focusing on a customer-centric and proactive asset management style to help customers optimize their Oracle investments.

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What is Software Asset Management?

Software Asset Management (SAM) involves managing an organization's software assets for maximum efficiency. SAM helps organizations mitigate licensing risks, enhance security, streamline deployments & transition to Cloud, fill gaps in IT management, and gain overall visibility of their software usage.

Who are VSAM Program Partners?

Oracle verified SAM Partners:

  • Must have pre-existing Oracle SAM service offerings
  • Range in size from Big 4 to boutique
  • Are provided comprehensive Oracle product training in a rigorous program to ensure a common standard

Customers who elect to work with one of Oracle’s VSAM Partners will be working with a Partner team fully versed in the latest Oracle licensing and product knowledge.

Oracle VSAM Program Customer Benefits

  • Verified Expertise Partners who are IAITAM certified and specialize in Oracle software
  • All software management options are open to you: purchasing, deinstalling, user table clean- up, changing hardware, obtaining special approvals, and more
  • Direct line to Oracle Global Licensing Advisory Services (GLAS) for historical licensing documentation and licensing requirements
  • Mitigate typical licensing risks and become eligible for 1-year of Audit Reprieve*
  • Voluntary program that allows you to opt-in or opt-out at any time
  • Your choice of partner who best complements your business objectives and needs
  • Comprehensive management of your software needs

* Subject to approval by Oracle

VSAM Program Customer Benefits

Available VSAM Services

A customer’s point of entry into the VSAM Program is the Baseline Management Service for one or more of the Oracle Database, Oracle Fusion Middleware, and Oracle E-Business Suite product families. From there, additional services will be available. Note, not all VSAM Partners offer the same services, so please ensure your chosen VSAM Partner’s service offerings align with your business needs.

  • Baseline Management

    A top to bottom evaluation of your Database, Fusion Middleware, or E-Business Suite environments, with yearly check-ins.

  • Cloud Optimization

    Suitable for migrations to Oracle Cloud environments.

  • Deployment Optimization

    Ensure your Oracle licenses are deployed in the most efficient and effective way.

  • Contract Optimization

    Get help in determining if your current Oracle licensing models are the most effective use of your IT budget.

Oracle Customers interested in the VSAM Program

If you are an Oracle Customer interested in obtaining SAM services from a Verified Oracle SAM Partner in connection with the VSAM Program, there is no need to contact Oracle. Simply reach out directly to one of the Partners below.

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If you are interested in becoming a Verified Software Asset Management Partner, visit these product areas within the Oracle PartnerNetwork to learn how you can set your SAM practice apart: Database, Middleware, and EBS.

Additionally, you may email glas-partner-global_ww@oracle.com for more information.