Why are Open Value Licenses more expensive?
Open Value licenses require Software Assurance, which is a special ‘subscription’ plan that includes free upgrade versions and is packaged with other benefits such as training vocuhers, support programs, and even special employee take-home licenses. The initial investment for an licenses with Software Assurance (SA) is more expensive because it include the license AND the ‘subscription’ of 3 years. Open Value also provides the option to pay annually over 3 years and the lower cost of renewing your Software Assurance. After the end of your 2 year Open Business Agreement or 3-year Open Value agreement, you only have to pay renewal fees which is typically 60% of the original cost.
