Top 5 Strategies to Reduce Oracle Support Fees
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Reducing Oracle Support fees can be a challenge for organizations. Notably, Oracle has implemented an 8% year-on-year increase in support fees, initially introduced as a one-time adjustment due to inflation.
This increase has become a standard practice, with Oracle leveraging it to encourage customers to transition to Oracle Cloud or to renew their Unlimited License Agreements (ULAs).
5 most common paths to reducing Oracle Support Fees
1. Opt for Third-Party Support for Oracle Applications: Ideal for organizations utilizing Oracle applications that do not require immediate security updates. This option can provide a cost-effective alternative to direct Oracle support, especially for legacy versions.
2. Seek Third-Party Support for Oracle ULAs: For those with certified Oracle ULAs, particularly if you possess unused licenses or are burdened by excessive support fees, third-party support emerges as a viable solution. If your ULA is uncertified, we can help you successfully certify it.
3. Negotiate Multi-Year Support Renewals: Oracle typically proposes an 8% annual increase in support fees. However, by committing to a multi-year renewal, organizations can negotiate this increase down to 0%.
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4. Leverage OCI Commitments: If your organization is investing in Oracle Cloud products, use any existing Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) commitments to negotiate a 0% increase in support renewals, aligning cloud and support cost strategies.
5. License Optimization: A staggering 30% of licenses are found to be unused during licensing assessments. By accurately identifying necessary licenses and terminating redundant ones, organizations can significantly reduce their support fees.
How Redress Compliance Can Help
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