2-Day Software Asset Manager Course and 3rd Day Certification Review and Test Software Asset Management (SAM) is the set of business practices that support the use of software within a firm and frequently involves a new look at how and why software traverses the organization. SAM is now considered a mandate by organizations, and they look to their Software Asset Managers as major contributors to organizational goals such as reducing risk, increasing accountability, uncovering savings and gaining control of the organization’s electronic computerized processes. To succeed, Software Asset Managers must learn not only what constitutes the business practices of SAM, but must learn how to implement these business practices in a way that is appropriate for their organization. Corporate Member Price: $1,245.00 Member Certification Price: $250.00 Prices are dependant upon Membership Level   Enroll today in the following CSAM courses: September 8-10, 2008 in Chicago, IL  September 15-17, 2008 in Las Vegas, NV  October 13-14, 2008 in Marco Island, FL  December 8-10, 2008 in Orlando, FL  Complete Schedule of Knowledge Events The International Association of IT Asset Managers’ 2-Day CSAM Certification Course is designed for those individuals with little prior experience in the field of Software Asset Management.  During the two-day course, students discuss vital knowledge that can uncover significant savings from improved processes.  IAITAM-trained SAMs professionals regularly report impressive corporate lifecycle savings resulting directly from the IAITAM course.  A student in one 2003 Certified Software Asset Manager Course contacted IAITAM only two days after returning to his company to report that he had already identified over $400,000 in contractual overspending.  In his words; “I’ve basically just started, and I hope to find more.”  (Affidavit on file.) Upon completion of the 2-day course, trainees are given a review followed by testing to become Certified Software Asset Managers.  Upon passage of the course testing program, the trainee will be awarded full CSAM Certification.  The certification test is given mid-morning on the 3rd day for those wishing to gain certification. *Dates and specific content are subject to change, reflecting the dynamic evolution of industry activities. IAITAM is not responsible for costs associated with cancellations. All IAITAM courses and content are proprietary and confidential. Enroll Today This intense, 2-day learning experience features content that is directly applicable to the software asset management real world issues, including: Software License and Agreements Negotiations Software Contract Management Techniques Advanced Software License Compliance Management Selecting & Implementing IT Asset Management Repositories Selecting & Implementing IT Configuration Discovery Tools Developing Strategic SAM Policies and Achieving Buy-in SAM Project Management Techniques Reducing Lifecycle Costs Through Effective IT Time Management Successful Change Management Techniques Current Legislation Effecting Software Compliance & Licensing