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Software Metering

Software metering, also called software usage metering, tells you what applications are being used, how frequently, and by whom. Software metering can also mean controlling or limiting the launch of specific applications—often in the case of concurrently licensed programs—to ensure that the number of licenses being used at any given time does not exceed the number of licenses purchased. Software metering tools are critical to understanding application utilization and ensuring that organizations do not overspend on software licenses that are not being used.

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Express Software Manager is a powerful suite that integrates PC hardware and software inventory, application metering, and purchasing data into a complete IT asset management solution. The suite includes Express Inventory and Express Meter.
Express Inventory is a hardware and software inventory tool that provides a comprehensive summary of all PC assets installed across your desktop and server environment, and enables you to easily determine your license compliance status.
Express Meter is a software metering tool that allows you to track application usage across your organization, as well as restrict access to programs that are concurrently licensed or pose a risk to security or productivity.
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