As shared licenses phase out, Managed IT can help teams stay ahead.
In architecture, design, and construction, success depends on precision, on-site and on-screen. Your tools need to be ready when you are. But with the software licensing landscape shifting away from shared and floating models toward user-based systems, many firms are feeling the pressure.
Architects, designers, and builders have traditionally relied on flexible licensing to accommodate fluid team structures, rotating contractors, and fluctuating project demands. But vendors like Autodesk, Adobe, and others are moving toward cloud-first, named-user models that demand a different level of oversight, and that’s where a strong Managed IT partner becomes essential.
Rethinking how teams access their tools
The old model of floating licenses allowed multiple team members to access key software from a shared pool. It helped reduce costs and kept teams agile. Now, named-user licensing assigns software access to specific individuals. That shift has introduced new challenges, including:
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Difficulty accessing software during peak usage
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Unpredictable costs due to over-purchasing
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Security risks from unmanaged or forgotten accounts
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Compliance concerns during vendor audits
The risks of not tracking properly:
Without proper oversight, it’s easy for firms to under- or over-purchase licenses. Over-provision, and you’re wasting budget. Under-provision, and you risk project delays, compliance violations, or scrambling to get the right people access when they need it most.
How Managed IT services can help
A trusted Managed IT partner helps you adapt to the new licensing landscape without losing momentum. At Tech Superpowers, we work closely with you to make licensing management seamless. Here’s how:
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We monitor license usage across your team so you can cut unnecessary spending and ensure your software budget is used efficiently
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We streamline the onboarding and offboarding process so every team member has the right tools on day one and no licenses are left behind when someone leaves
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We keep your firm ready for audits by maintaining organized records and real-time visibility into your software environment
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We support secure, remote access so hybrid and field teams can stay connected and productive
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We manage vendor relationships and renewals so you are never caught off guard by licensing changes or account issues
When your team cannot access the tools they need, projects stall, timelines slip, and clients feel the impact. Modern software requires modern IT infrastructure, and navigating these changes alone can quickly drain internal resources.
Visibility and control to your software stack
At Tech Superpowers, we help firms align their licensing strategy with their business goals. From license tracking and access management to device provisioning and support, we act as an extension of your team.