Microsoft Licensing 2026 _ What’s New & What You Must Prepare For

Microsoft licensing is changing fast. From evolving Enterprise Agreements (EA) to CSP and hybrid models, 2026 introduces new renewal dynamics, pricing considerations, and security‑driven requirements. This live webinar will help IT, procurement, and business leaders understand what’s changing—and how to prepare confidently.

What You’ll Learn

What’s changing in Microsoft licensing for 2026 and why Microsoft is shifting its approach
How EA, CSP, and hybrid models compare—and when each makes sense
What to do before your next renewal to avoid surprises, gaps, or unnecessary spend
How security and AI readiness now influence licensing decisions

Who Should Attend

IT leaders and infrastructure owners
Procurement and software asset management teams
Finance leaders responsible for licensing budgets
Security and compliance stakeholders

Don Lewis: Director of Licensing Advisory Services
Synergy Technical (see LinkedIn)

Don Lewis, Director of Software Advisory Services, Synergy Technical. Don leads the organization’s Microsoft licensing strategy practice and serves as a primary subject‑matter expert across major customer engagements. With decades of experience in Microsoft licensing, including prior work inside Microsoft, he is frequently recognized for helping organizations eliminate inefficiencies, optimize entitlements. His expertise spans CSP licensing, cloud economics, Microsoft 365 optimization, AI readiness, and long‑term licensing governance, making him a trusted advisor to organizations navigating complex cloud and enterprise licensing decisions.

Billy Templeton Senior Account Executive
Synergy Technical (see LinkedIn)

Billy leads strategic customer engagements across AI, Microsoft 365, Copilot, Teams Voice, security, and cloud‑modernization initiatives. Known for his ability to translate technical capabilities into business outcomes, he brings more than 15 years of experience in technology leadership and customer success. Billy plays a key role in helping customers adopt AI‑driven, secure, cloud‑first solutions.