Software Asset Management

Control software spend with Fractional CIO oversight.

Stop paying for unused tools with license visibility that has uncovered $84,000 in annual savings.

Reduce renewal surprises with budget planning guided by executive-level Fractional CIO leadership.

Eliminate software sprawl through vendor coordination that helps clients reduce IT costs by up to 20%.

Improve audit readiness with documented assets, policies, and evidence aligned to major frameworks.

Make better application decisions using Thriveon’s 500 industry best practices and roadmap discipline.

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Leaders Trust Thriveon to Bring IT Spend Under Control

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Thriveon is one of the best things that happened to us this year. We started out retaining their services to obtain a more reliable and effective data backup solution, but their services to us evolved into a partnership where they are providing not only backup, but also disaster recovery, enhanced security, regular system and hardware monitoring and maintenance, and day-to-day speedy, reliable, professional and knowledgeable support services for all our IT needs (which Thriveon offers through their unlimited support program). Thriveon encourages support requests from all our staff members, for all of our IT questions, big or small, including questions regarding Microsoft Office and our other applications and software programs. Their engineers are friendly and really approachable.

Steve Franta

Managing Partner, The Legal Professionals

Thriveon has been working with us and guiding us along the way…We enjoy having more than a client-vendor relationship. We view it as a partnership. We rely on Thriveon heavily, and they’ve always been there for us. Their support for us has been unwavering.

Kevin Sellheim

CEO and Administrator, Sleepy Eye Medical Center

I have to say that in the course of our relationship, I have always felt that we were in good hands. I sensed a competency and a capacity we hadn’t had before from the get-go.

DOD Manufacturer

Thriveon has provided the strategic planning and foresight that had been lacking in our IT environment. Our IT investments have transformed from reactive to proactive, putting us on the right track to improve our infrastructure, reduce our downtime and plan for future improvements. They’ve been an invaluable business partner and resource.

Liza Kukla

Controller, Schell's

Thriveon helped us replace a struggling IT setup with a clear technology strategy that improved efficiency, strengthened security, reduced unnecessary costs, and gave us the confidence to scale our construction business more effectively.

Ben Stealy

Operations, Horwitz

Since partnering with Thriveon, we’ve experienced a significant improvement in our IT operations. Their team’s expertise, responsiveness and professionalism have helped us overcome complex challenges and optimize our IT environment for better performance and reliability. We highly recommend Thriveon to any business seeking to enhance their IT infrastructure and capabilities.

Angel C. Mason

Director of Resources, Special Operations Warrior Foundation

Thriveon truly focuses on the customer service side of the business. They impress us often with their support. And Thriveon is the first IT company that we found would prevent problems before they happen, rather than react to them after they happened.

John K.

GM, Kozy Heat Fireplaces

With the change to the modern workplace, we can now access our files from any location at any time with just an internet connection. Our documents are at our fingertips whether working from home, at a client site or sitting in an airport.

Ann Bolin

Director of Accounting and Administration, Blue Rose Capital Advisors

Thriveon has been an outstanding business alliance for our company. At certain times, we are high maintenance. It is wonderful to know that no matter what our demand, they are always there to help. In our industry, managing data and compliance are the cornerstone to ensuring privacy for our clients. Their reliability and dedication to network management lets us know we are protected. This has led to not only improvements in productivity but also peace of mind.

Dale Carlson

Managing Partner, Carlson Highland

How Better Vendor Control Found $84,000 in Annual Software Savings

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Software Asset Management Built for Cost Control and Clarity

Strategic software lifecycle oversight

License Inventory

See every license clearly

Effective Software Asset Management starts with a reliable inventory. Thriveon documents active applications, users, license counts, contracts, renewal dates, vendors, and business owners so leaders can see what is in use and what needs attention.

This visibility supports cleaner budgeting, faster decision-making, and stronger accountability. It also creates the foundation for reducing duplicate tools, improving onboarding and offboarding, and keeping software data aligned with the broader IT roadmap.

Usage Analysis

Cut unused app spending

Many mid-sized companies pay for licenses that are no longer needed, poorly adopted, or duplicated across departments. Thriveon reviews usage patterns, business needs, and licensing models to identify where spending can be reduced without disrupting productivity.

This process has helped clients uncover meaningful savings, including $84,000 in annual software savings through better vendor and procurement oversight. The goal is not simply to cut tools, but to fund the software that supports measurable business value.

Vendor Management

Reduce vendor sprawl

Vendor sprawl makes software harder to manage, budget, secure, and support. Thriveon coordinates technology vendors, evaluates solutions based on return on investment, and helps standardize purchasing decisions so the business is not managing disconnected contracts and competing platforms.

With executive-level oversight, vendor conversations become more strategic. Contract terms, renewal timing, licensing models, integrations, and support expectations are managed with the same discipline used across the full IT environment.

Renewal Planning

Plan renewals with data

Renewals should not create last-minute budget pressure or force rushed decisions. Thriveon builds software renewal visibility into your technology roadmap and annual IT budget, helping leaders plan ahead for contract changes, user growth, compliance needs, and platform upgrades.

This gives your leadership team the time and data to decide whether to renew, renegotiate, consolidate, or replace software. The outcome is more predictable spend and fewer surprises tied to critical business applications.

Compliance Readiness

Keep audits easier to prove

Software records are important evidence for compliance, cybersecurity, and operational governance. Thriveon helps document licensing, ownership, access, policies, and related controls so your organization is better prepared for audits, vendor reviews, and regulatory expectations.

This is especially valuable for companies managing requirements such as CMMC 2.0, NIST, SOC II, HIPAA, PCI, or ISO 27001. Software Asset Management supports risk reduction by making the environment easier to prove, manage, and improve over time.

Roadmap Alignment

Tie software to goals

Software decisions should support the business plan, not create more complexity. Thriveon’s Fractional CIO leadership connects application strategy to growth goals, user needs, cybersecurity, data quality, and long-term IT budgeting.

This includes guidance on core systems such as ERP, construction platforms, manufacturing applications, document management, and cloud tools. With a documented roadmap, your team can prioritize the right investments, reduce unnecessary customization, and improve how software supports daily operations.

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Measurable Results From Smarter Software Oversight

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Builders Using Software To Manage Data

Turn Software Spend Into a Managed Business Asset

Software Asset Management gives business leaders a clear view of what applications are owned, used, renewed, secured, and still creating value. Instead of treating licensing as an annual purchasing task, Thriveon connects software decisions to budget, cybersecurity, compliance, productivity, and long-term business goals.

Through Fractional CIO leadership and standards-based IT management, your software environment is assessed for duplication, underuse, contract risk, renewal timing, and vendor accountability. The result is a cleaner technology portfolio, fewer surprise costs, stronger documentation, and better decisions about the platforms your teams rely on every day.

Reduce Waste, Risk, and Vendor Sprawl

Unmanaged software creates hidden cost, security gaps, user confusion, and poor data quality. Thriveon brings structure to the full software lifecycle so every license, contract, and platform has a clear business purpose.

Inventory current applications, licenses, renewals, and ownership.
Identify unused, duplicated, or misaligned software spend.
Coordinate vendors, contracts, and purchasing decisions.
Connect application choices to security and compliance needs.
Build renewal and budgeting visibility into the IT roadmap.

This approach helps reduce waste while giving executives a reliable foundation for planning, compliance readiness, and application modernization.

Align Applications With Business Goals

Software Asset Management works best when it is connected to executive IT strategy. Thriveon’s Fractional CIO model gives your leadership team guidance on which platforms to keep, replace, consolidate, or optimize based on measurable business value, not vendor pressure or user frustration alone.

This is especially important when core applications support construction operations, manufacturing workflows, legal document management, financial reporting, or compliance requirements. With documented analysis, vendor coordination, and roadmap planning, your company can make confident software decisions that improve efficiency, strengthen governance, and support growth without unnecessary complexity.

Get Clarity on Your Software Spend

Gain the visibility to reduce waste, risk, and renewal surprises.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the software asset management service actually include for my business?

You gain a clear inventory of all applications, licenses, renewals, and software ownership across your business. The service identifies unused or duplicate licenses, manages vendor contracts, and ensures every platform serves a specific purpose. You receive executive-level oversight to align software decisions with your budget, security, and compliance goals, turning software from a cost center into a managed asset that supports your long-term business strategy.

What are the main benefits of software asset management for a mid-sized company?

Software asset management gives you visibility into your entire software environment, reducing waste and eliminating surprise costs. You can expect:

Up to 20% reduction in IT spend by removing unused or duplicated tools
Improved budgeting and renewal planning
Stronger security and compliance through documented assets and policies
Better decision-making with insights from 500 industry best practices

How does the software asset management process work from assessment to ongoing management?

The process starts with a comprehensive assessment of your current software environment, mapping out all applications, licenses, and contract details. Next, unused or redundant applications are identified and recommendations are made for consolidation or removal. Ongoing management includes vendor coordination, renewal tracking, and continuous alignment with your IT roadmap, ensuring your software portfolio stays efficient, secure, and budget-friendly.

How long does it take to see results from software asset management and what does it cost?

Most companies start seeing measurable savings and improved visibility within the first quarter after the initial assessment and cleanup. Pricing is typically based on the number of computer users, allowing you to scale the service as your business grows. You receive predictable budgeting and a transparent cost structure, often resulting in lower total IT spend compared to managing software internally.

How is your approach to software asset management different from traditional IT vendors?

You benefit from executive-level Fractional CIO leadership that connects software decisions directly to your business goals, not just technical requirements. The approach uses over 500 industry best practices and a standards-based methodology, eliminating recurring issues and reducing IT tickets by up to 90%. Instead of treating software as an isolated task, every decision is integrated into your IT roadmap, vendor strategy, cybersecurity, and compliance, resulting in fewer surprises and measurable business value.