Oracle Cloud Licensing Services
Migrate to the cloud without risk
We can help you successfully move to Oracle cloud or to a third party cloud, stay in compliance, optimize your position with your processor license, and avoid any added Oracle costs.
Oracle on premise to cloud migration
Companies all over the world are migrating all or part of their IT infrastructure to the public cloud, seeking flexibility and cost savings. Oracle technology and applications are no exceptions. Making a decision on how and when to move to the cloud should be fairly straightforward, especially when considering your licensing model. As with most things involving Oracle, however, Oracle cloud licensing and migration is just not that easy.
What issues do companies face when moving to the cloud with Oracle?
- Oracle will increase fees 300-400% when you move to their cloud.
- Oracle states that people can’t move to the cloud of their choice for their Oracle workloads, which is false.
- Oracle states they won’t support people in a 3rd party cloud, which is false.
- Oracle says it’s twice as expensive to use a non-Oracle cloud, which is also false, especially when you factor in the costs of their licensing model.
As an Oracle customer looking to migrate to the cloud, you want to protect the significant investments you have made in your Oracle licenses, while at the same time choosing the cloud environment that best fits your technical needs. You have no interest in being locked into Oracle and paying Oracle more money for their database services, especially under their licensing model.
Which public cloud environment are you moving to?
Most Oracle customers who move to the cloud do not want to use Oracle’s cloud. Companies of all shapes and sizes are moving to AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, and others. While you are heading toward the non-Oracle cloud world, Oracle is desperately trying to get you to run Oracle software on their cloud, often emphasizing their licensing model, their cloud.
We have helped numerous companies all over the world successfully transition to a non-Oracle cloud, stay in compliance with their software licenses, and eliminate any additional Oracle costs.
The importance of getting independent advice on Oracle
Palisade Compliance is not an Oracle ERP reseller. In fact, we don’t resell any services for any company. This means we can offer you truly independent advice and guidance whether you’re migrating to a third party (non-Oracle) cloud or directly to Oracle cloud, ensuring compliance with your software licenses.
Our Oracle cloud licensing services
Key risks in your Oracle cloud agreement
Did you know that every Oracle cloud contract gives Oracle the right to use your data, and audit you on it? Do you think the cloud keeps you in compliance with Oracle’s database regulations, particularly concerning your software license? Think again about the advantages of using an authorized cloud for your Oracle workloads.
License-to-cloud transition analysis and recommendations
There’s a right and a wrong way to move to Oracle’s cloud. The first step we recommend is don’t give up your licenses! It’s important to keep your on-premise licenses when moving to Oracle Cloud, especially if you rely on Oracle database services and want to utilize a bring your own license approach.
Oracle cloud pricing optimization
Oracle cloud contracts are not based on a model where you only pay for what you use. You have to commit to a spend on Oracle cloud infrastructure – you don’t have the same control as with on-premise licenses.
Oracle cloud negotiations
We negotiate all types of Oracle cloud agreements for clients, including:
- Universal cloud credit agreements, which can provide a framework for managing your software licenses across multiple platforms.
- SaaS, PaaS, laaS contracts.
- Cloud services agreements, which often include terms related to software licenses and compliance.
- Migrations from on-premise.
- As your business evolves, so may your cloud needs. We negotiate terms that allow for flexible adjustments to your agreements, accommodating changes in usage, capacity or service offerings without incurring excessive penalties.
By thoroughly understanding our clients’ unique requirements and the complexities of Oracle cloud offerings, we strive to create agreements that maximize value while minimizing risks. Whether you’re transitioning to the cloud or optimizing your existing contracts, our negotiation expertise ensures that you get the best possible terms.
Universal Cloud Credits review and analysis
To get the most from Oracle Universal Cloud Credits (UCC), you must immediately consume services equal to Oracle’s monthly fee for the cloud credits, especially for your database needs. Consume less and you’re giving money to Oracle for services you’re not using. Consume more Oracle cloud services, and you must pay extra fees associated with your database usage.
Oracle cloud or a different cloud?
Let us help you successfully migrate to the cloud provider of your choice while ensuring compliance with Oracle software and your existing software licenses.
FAQs
Q: What is an Oracle cloud licensing service?
A: Oracle cloud licensing services provides guidance and management for organizations using Oracle software in a cloud environment. It helps businesses understand how to use their existing licenses or acquire new ones in alignment with Oracle licensing policies.
Q: Can I bring my own license to the cloud?
A: Yes, with Oracle’s Bring Your Own License (BYOL) model, customers can leverage existing Oracle licenses when deploying applications in an authorized cloud environment, including Oracle Cloud Infrastructure and other cloud services.
Q: What is the difference between Oracle Database and Oracle Applications in the cloud?
A: Oracle Database refers to the database management systems offered by Oracle, while Oracle Applications encompass a suite of business applications designed to run on Oracle’s cloud services. Both can be deployed in a cloud environment but serve different purposes.
Q: How does the licensing model work for Oracle Cloud Infrastructure?
A: The licensing model for Oracle Cloud Infrastructure can vary based on whether you are using a perpetual license, a subscription model, or a license included approach. It’s essential to review your license agreements and the specific licensing terms applicable to your deployment.
Q: What is the role of Oracle LMS in license management?
A: Oracle License Management Services (LMS) assists businesses in understanding and managing their Oracle licenses. They provide support in ensuring compliance with licensing rules and help optimize the use of Oracle products in a cloud deployment.
Q: Are there any benefits to using Oracle Support Rewards in the cloud?
A: Yes, Oracle Support Rewards allow customers to earn credits based on their cloud spend, which can be applied toward future purchases of Oracle products or services, helping to reduce overall cloud costs.
Q: What are the licensing policies for using an Autonomous Database?
A: Licensing policies for using an Autonomous Database typically include options for pay-as-you-go pricing or a subscription model. Customers should consult Oracle licensing experts to understand the best approach based on their specific needs and existing licenses.
Q: How do I ensure compliance with Oracle licensing rules when using the Exadata Cloud Service?
A: To ensure compliance with Oracle’s licensing rules when using the Exadata Cloud Service, organizations should carefully review their license agreements, consult with Oracle LMS, and potentially engage licensing experts such as Palisade Compliance to ensure that all deployments in the cloud are properly licensed.
Q: What does it mean to have an authorized cloud environment for Oracle software?
A: An authorized cloud environment is a cloud service provider that has been approved by Oracle to run Oracle software. This ensures that the use of Oracle products is compliant with Oracle’s licensing terms and policies.
Q: How can I get assistance with Oracle License Management Services?
A: Organizations can contact Oracle LMS directly for assistance with understanding their licensing terms, optimizing their use of Oracle software, and ensuring compliance. They provide a range of services tailored to customer needs in cloud computing environments.
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