Simplify decision-making with improved report navigation
For Flexera One IT Visibility customers, we’ve introduced a new landing page, enhancing our customers' experience with technology intelligence reporting.
All current out-of-the-box (OOTB) reports will still be available, but now with more user-friendly access. On the landing page, you will find reports grouped based on the jobs to be done, simplifying navigation and enabling you to make informed business decisions more efficiently.
The existing OOTB reports are now grouped under the following types:
- Hardware—Focused on hardware inventory, lifecycle insights, inventory and lifecycle trends, procurement planning, VM and host relationships, and sustainability insights
- Software—Centered on software inventory, lifecycle trends, vulnerabilities, lifecycle risks, and procurement planning
- Governance and risk—Designed to help IT teams address lifecycle risks, ensure compliance and manage vulnerabilities by providing insights into hardware, software and operating systems
- Procurement—Created to optimize hardware and software purchasing by highlighting lifecycle stages, end of life, end of sale, and obsolescence risks
- Security—Provide insights into threat exposures and lifecycle risks
New CASB connector for SaaS Manager
We are very excited to announce the release of our brand new CASB (Cloud Access Security Broker) connector for Microsoft Defender! This addition to our SaaS Manager platform empowers you to take control of your SaaS application landscape with unparalleled visibility and efficiency.
CASB connectors provide a network-based security solution, logging all cloud applications accessed by your users.
Here's how our CASB connector for Microsoft Defender delivers exceptional value:
- Immediate insights—Gain instant visibility into the past 90 days of application activity upon setup for lightning-fast time to value
- Unified view—See all your applications in one place, so you can take informed actions on newly discovered apps and minimize IT and compliance risks
- Focus on what matters—Eliminate the time-consuming task of manually configuring data collection for SaaS applications
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Beta test AI-powered invoice ingestion
Discover how Flexera is harnessing the power of AI to streamline invoice imports. By automating the tedious task of inputting invoices, our AI technology frees you up to concentrate on more strategic activities, such as eliminating contractual risks and uncovering savings opportunities. Let AI handle the details, so you can focus on driving value for your business.
How to get involved:
Snow Atlas customers, contact Scott Bulloch at: scott.bulloch@flexera.com to learn more and get involved in the beta.
Flexera One customers, reach out to Andrew Swindells at: ASwindells@flexera.com.
2025 Technology Intelligence Awards
Mark your calendars—the 2025 Technology Intelligence Awards will open for submissions on March 17, 2025.
The Awards recognize innovative programs worldwide that have helped transform organizations through modern and integrated ways to manage software, SaaS and cloud spend—and their related risks. The winning entries will demonstrate how these programs have leveraged Flexera tooling and best practices to drive innovation, deliver measurable value and show huge impact.
Customers of all sizes, across all geographies and industries are invited to apply, and the application is open to all current Flexera customers.
Interested in submitting, but need some help? Your Flexera account representative or partner can work with you to create a strong submission. Don’t miss your chance to showcase your team’s achievements!
Check out the 2024 winners here, and watch for information coming soon about the application process.
Flexera sets a new benchmark for FinOps excellence with most staff certifications
Flexera is thrilled to announce that we now have the most FinOps-certified practitioners in the world!
We’re proud to share that 410 of our team members have achieved FinOps certification, solidifying our leadership in optimizing cloud, SaaS, and data center resources.
Jay Litkey, our Senior VP of FinOps and a Governing Board Member at the FinOps Foundation, emphasizes: “Flexera’s commitment to FinOps goes beyond technology—we’re equipping our teams with the expertise to inform, optimize and operate, aligning with the three phases of the FinOps framework.”
A huge thank you goes out to our dedicated team and to the FinOps Foundation for providing the training and certifications that help advance this practice!
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The FinOps imperative: 6 steps to create a resilient FinOps strategy
Flexera's latest guide is here to help you create a resilient FinOps strategy in six simple steps. As cloud costs rise and investments in SaaS and AI grow, adopting FinOps best practices is essential for financial accountability and efficiency. Our guide covers everything from building a solid FinOps framework to getting the most out of your SaaS and AI investments, using cloud marketplaces wisely and optimizing costs while driving innovation.
We also share key insights from the Flexera 2025 IT Priorities Report to help you implement a forward-looking and resilient FinOps strategy. By following these steps, you'll be well-equipped to take control of your financial operations and stay ahead in the ever-changing IT landscape.
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How to pass your FinOps certification exam
In this blog, you’ll find valuable tips on how to pass your FinOps certification exam. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the FinOps framework, which includes informing, optimizing and operating cloud financial management practices. The blog also suggests focusing on key areas such as cloud cost management, financial accountability and efficiency to ensure success.
Additionally, the blog highlights the benefits of becoming a FinOps Certified Practitioner, including enhanced career opportunities and the ability to drive financial efficiency within your organization. By following the recommended study strategies and leveraging available resources, you can confidently prepare for and pass your FinOps certification exam.
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Flexera named a Leader in the Forrester Wave™: Software Asset Management Solutions, Q1 2025
Choosing the right Software Asset Management (SAM) solution is crucial—and complex. Beyond technical capabilities, you need a partner for your technology optimization journey. Flexera stands out as a leader in the latest Forrester Wave™: SAM Solutions, Q1 2025 report.
To aid your decision-making, we're offering a complimentary copy of this report. Inside, you'll find:
- A uniform set of evaluation criteria to easily assess SAM solutions
- A neutral analysis of how each vendor aligns with Forrester's criteria on current offerings and strategy
- An overview of the SAM market and an independent view of the nine most significant providers, including Flexera
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Gartner® Market Guide for Software Asset Management Tools
Flexera is proud to share the Gartner® Market Guide for Software Asset Management (SAM) Tools. This analyst report provides an in-depth analysis of the SAM market, including trends in SaaS spending and SAM tools. It offers a strategic framework for selecting the right SAM tool to support your IT needs and enhance your organization's SAM strategy.
The report also lists representative vendors in the SAM market, including Flexera, and provides recommendations for choosing the best tool to unify SAM management across hybrid environments. By following this guide, you can make informed decisions that will help reduce financial waste and optimize your software and cloud investments.
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How to reduce SaaS costs and security risks for engineering teams
In this blog, you’ll find practical tips that engineering teams can use to reduce SaaS costs and mitigate security risks. It highlights the importance of gaining visibility into SaaS usage and spending, identifying redundant or underutilized subscriptions and implementing automated processes for managing SaaS licenses. By doing so, teams can optimize their SaaS investments and eliminate unnecessary expenses.
The blog also emphasizes the need for robust security measures to protect sensitive data. It suggests conducting regular security audits, ensuring compliance with industry standards and using tools to monitor and manage access to SaaS applications. By following these recommendations, engineering teams can enhance both cost efficiency and security in their SaaS environments.
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Cyber-resilience regulations are here—is your organization ready?
New regulations now mandate that organizations must prove their ability to withstand and recover from cyberattacks. This blog emphasizes the need for a robust cyber-resilience strategy, which includes regular risk assessments, implementing strong security measures, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
It also highlights the benefits of proactively addressing these regulations by reducing the risk of cyberattacks, protecting sensitive data and maintaining customer trust. By following the recommended steps, organizations can enhance their cyber-resilience and be better prepared for regulatory requirements.
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Flexera monthly SAM best practices
SAM is a discipline with great benefits—but also great challenges. This webinar series aims to unite and educate SAM practitioners and executives to overcome those challenges and position their organizations for success. Each hour-long session will typically cover news for 10 minutes before a deep dive into a topic announced one week prior.
Join us for the next session on March 6.
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ITAM User Group
Join us on March 12 for our virtual ITAM User Group. In this session, we’ll share Flexera product updates and tons of other useful information. We look forward to seeing you there!
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Cloud/FinOps User Group
Join us on March 13 for our virtual Cloud/FinOps User Group. We’ll be ready to share Flexera product updates and other useful information. We can’t wait to connect with you!
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Monthly FinOps best practices webinar
Want to realize significant benefits from FinOps—and conquer its considerable challenges? Our webinar series is designed to bring together and educate Cloud and FinOps practitioners and executives, helping them overcome their FinOps dilemmas and position their organizations for success. Each hour-long session will start with 10 minutes of news updates, followed by an in-depth exploration of a specific topic announced one week in advance.
Join us for the next session on March 18.
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