Oracle Unlimited License Agreements
What is an Oracle ULA?
In simple terms, a ULA (Unlimited License Agreement) is a contract that gives you the right to use an unlimited quantity of specified Oracle products for an agreed time period, usually 3 years. At the end of the unlimited period, Oracle will grant you a fixed quantity license on the basis that you have made a declaration of usage which Oracle believes to be accurate and realistic.
Oracle ULA's are becoming increasingly popular as many companies believe they are the answer to their licensing needs. However Oracle ULA's can sometimes be more beneficial to the vendor than the customer - and that's why it can pay to get expert advice before signing on the dotted line.
Vendors favour ULA's because they usually have a minimum entry level, meaning that the ULA is a sizeable deal. Plus, because the customer will be aiming to make the most of the deal, they will automatically favour the vendor's products over those of the competition.
What you need to know
Of course, Oracle ULA's have benefits for both parties, for instance; if your company is growing however you are unsure of your projected usage, you may find that an Oracle ULA will enable you to simplify your Oracle contracts and support renewals as everything will be on one contract. This type of agreement is also useful for companies who are growing organically or have purchased licenses ad hoc over a number of years.
However, whilst an Oracle ULA can simplify things, they can also be complicated to negotiate, manage and declare, which is where Rocela's Oracle expertise can pay dividends. Our Rocela ControlTM service can help you with;
. benchmarking your entry price and requirements, to ensure optimum commercial results
. calculating your current and future usage, so that your ULA accurately reflects this
. understanding how your support will be delivered
. effective deployment tracking and accurate declaration at contract expiry, realising return on investment
Rocela can help
In short, Rocela can help you make an informed decision about whether an Oracle ULA is right for you and if it is, help you achieve the best possible value.
Email us on ulahelp@rocela.com or call us today on 0870 100 4000 to discuss how Rocela's Oracle expertise can help make ULA's stress free and cost effective. Or you can fill out our contact form at www.rocela.com/oracle-unlimited-license-agreements and we'll contact you.
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