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Have you tried one of our Microsoft optimisation services yet?

Mike Varney — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 08:10:42 +0000

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Low cost, low touch, and low effort for you - but with the potential to save you big bucks on 365, Azure and Copilot. What's not to love?

Published on 29th September 2026

Every year, millions upon millions of pounds are wasted on underutilised and poorly managed software subscriptions – and one of the largest portions of that unnecessary spend can be found in one of the most obvious places: Microsoft.

Almost every organisation on the planet utilises some element of the subscription services that Microsoft offer; and yet, we see the management and optimisation of these services continually taken for granted (or worse, ignored entirely).

That’s why, in collaboration with our partners TBSC, we offer optimisation services for three of Microsoft’s most prevalent SaaS options: 365, Azure and Copilot.

All of them are low cost (even free in some cases), low touch, and require a very low amount of effort on your part to see to fruition – but have the potential to save you an eye-watering of money.

So, the big question is: which one would you like to try first? Find out more about each of them below.

SAMplicity 365

Are you aware of the missed opportunities and underutilisation that may be hindering your organisation’s Microsoft 365 usage? If not, it’s time to assess where you stand and unleash all the benefits of Microsoft’s flagship suite of tools with a Smarter SaaS Efficiency Rating.

Providing a comprehensive analysis of your Microsoft 365 usage, the Efficiency Rating delivers valuable insights into a multitude of metrics across your tenant. With this rating, you can identify areas for improvement and optimise your subscriptions to maximise your investment. The detailed usage dashboard offers a clear overview of your Microsoft 365 utilisation, empowering you to make informed decisions on license management; as well as data storage and security.

And even better, the Lite version of this service won’t cost you a penny – as it comes with a 30-day free trial to TBSC’s Smarter SaaS platform. Just plug it in to your tenant (it’s really simple, but we’ll be there every step of the way), and within 24 hours you can expect to see a continually refreshed dashboard which includes:

Software usage to date
Identification of cost saving opportunities
Recommendations for optimisation
Training opportunities to enhance user productivity
Reharvesting options for efficient licence allocation
Assurance of compliance with licensing requirements
Security recommendations
Utilisation of data storage

And if that wasn’t enough, you’ll have the expertise of EasySAM with our decades of collective experience to help you digest the wealth of information at your fingertips – so you can turn those potential savings and optimisations into fully realised ones.

SAMplicity Azure

In today’s cloud-first world, staying on top of your cloud expenses can be challenging. TBSC’s Azure Cost Optimiser is here to ensure that your business gets the most out of its cloud investments by providing cost transparency, proactive monitoring, and automated optimisations. This powerful tool helps organisations like yours reduce waste, increase efficiency, and enhance return on investment (ROI) from Azure cloud services.

Monitor your Azure spend through customisable dashboards – with breakdowns by departments, projects, or services to allow you to uncover hidden inefficiencies and spot trends. Empower decision-makers with real-time data to make informed, cost-saving decisions.

Stay informed with real-time alerts that notify you when your cloud spending exceeds set thresholds. By keeping your cloud budget in check, you can avoid unexpected surprises and make adjustments on the go to maintain control.

Automatically optimise resource usage and scale down non-essential resources during off-peak times. In turn, you can reduce cloud spend by up to 70% while ensuring that your critical services are always available.

And if all of that seems overwhelming and you get the feeling you won’t know where to start, that’s where EasySAM come in. Our experts will be on hand to comb through all of the insights and recommendations with you to give you the peace of mind needed.

SAMplicity Copilot

TBSC’s Copilot Readiness Assessment is designed to evaluate your organisation’s infrastructure, security and usage readiness for Microsoft Copilot. Within 24 hours of the simple plug-and-play style setup, it provides a complete diagnostic review of your Copilot preparedness – covering security compliance, app usage trends, license compatibility, and data accessibility.

The end result? Well:

Avoid costly delays or failed rollouts
Gain a structured, evidence-based understanding of your security and licensing gaps
Empower your IT and leadership teams with actionable insights and readiness indicators
Promote Copilot productivity by targeting underutilised apps and data silos
Receive a detailed and easy-to-understand report validated by Microsoft

And just like for 365 and Azure, EasySAM will be there to guide and advice you throughout the process to help you unleash the full power of Copilot.

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Webinar: An Introduction to SAMplicity MOT

Mike Varney — Thu, 18 Feb 2021 11:17:00 +0000

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Join us as we take a look at our new service and see how you can get a check-up of your software asset management.

Published on 18th February 2021

Once a year you take the time to MOT your vehicles, those indispensible assets to you. So why not take the time to get a check up of other valuable assets, like software?

Our SAMplicity MOT is designed to not only give you insight into your Software Asset Management (SAM) Processes & Procedures, but also into your SAM program and strategy as a whole and the data it is comprised of. This service includes a 365 Health Check (powered by TBSC) to help optimise your Microsoft 365 estate.

The result is a clear scoring against the ITIL Standard with an improvement plan on how to manage your software assets optimally and cost effectively moving forward.

Why a SAMplicity MOT is so important?

Unlike the way it is often treated, Software Asset Management is not a one-time project. It is an important cog in the machine that is your organisation. You may be surprised to learn that software accounts for, on average, 34% of IT budgets.

A SAMplicity MOT is the first step to maturing your SAM program. Mature SAM programs can see a reduction in helpdesk call length by up to 20% and save an average of £390 per PC in unused software.

You might also be part of the 80% of customers that buy a SAM tool and fail to see a return on investment on their purchase. A SAMplicity MOT will help you recognise that value.

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An Introduction to SAMplicity MOT | 17th February 2021

Mike Varney — Fri, 04 Dec 2020 08:50:00 +0000

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Join us as we take a look at our new service and see how you can get a check-up of your software asset management programme.

Once a year you take the time to MOT your vehicles, those indispensible assets to you. So why not take the time to get a check up of other valuable assets, like software?

The result is a clear scoring against the ITIL Standard with an improvement plan on how to manage your software assets optimally and cost effectively moving forward.

Why a SAMplicity MOT is so important?

You might also be part of the 80% of customers that buy a SAM tool and fail to see a return on investment on their purchase. A SAMplicity MOT will help you recognise that value.

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Roger Brown via Pexels

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The biggest IT compliance risks for 2027

IT compliance in 2027 could bring unexpected changes for teams that aren’t prepared. Find out what to focus on now and how to get ahead.

Microsoft’s second-hand licensing appeal gets the brush-off

The UK Court of Appeal has refused permission to take the battle with ValueLicensing to the Supreme Court, with a ‘Known Adverse Document’ still to come.

Accenture launches AI spending cap after staff rack up $1,000 monthly bills

The consultancy firm is the latest in a long line trying to rein in runaway spending fuelled by employees using AI for everyday tasks.

UK watchdog seeks tougher terms around Microsoft’s dominance of business software

The CMA has proposed “strategic market status” for Microsoft’s business software; citing switching barriers, bundling and AI tools.

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Webinar: An Introduction to SAMplicity 365

Mike Varney — Wed, 24 Jun 2020 13:14:00 +0000

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Watch our webinar to discover our new service and learn how you can save money on your Microsoft 365 subscriptions!

Published on 24th June 2020

Optimisation is the key to effective Software as a Service (SaaS) deployments. With SAMplicity 365, automated capabilities and project consulting ensure subscription management which delivers optimal ROI on your investment.

SAMplicity 365, powered by Smarter 365, is the only cloud-based Software Asset Management solution that optimises Microsoft Office 365 subscriptions. SAMplicity 365 automatically recommends how to reduce IT costs whilst finding the best Microsoft Office 365 subscriptions for every user.

Likewise, the installation process is quick, and the dashboard is easy to use and understand.

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Microsoft’s second-hand licensing appeal gets the brush-off

The UK Court of Appeal has refused permission to take the battle with ValueLicensing to the Supreme Court, with a ‘Known Adverse Document’ still to come.

Accenture launches AI spending cap after staff rack up $1,000 monthly bills

The consultancy firm is the latest in a long line trying to rein in runaway spending fuelled by employees using AI for everyday tasks.

UK watchdog seeks tougher terms around Microsoft’s dominance of business software

The CMA has proposed “strategic market status” for Microsoft’s business software; citing switching barriers, bundling and AI tools.

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An Introduction to SAMplicity 365 | 16th June 2020

Mike Varney — Thu, 02 Apr 2020 08:39:00 +0000

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Join us to learn how you can save money on your Microsoft 365 subscriptions with our partners TSBC!

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