Management Summary
This white paper makes the commercial case for CodeMeter as a technology for protecting software and intellectual property. Its key findings are based on realistic Return on Investment( ROI) calculations, with the underlying data drawn from interviews with Wibu-Systems’ clients of different sizes.
Key results:
■ Investing in the CodeMeter software protection and licensing solution has generally paid off for all respondents within a period of a year or less.
■ The ROI at three years after launch varies between 350 % for larger and 750 % for smaller software businesses.
The study underlines the commercial potential and effectiveness of CodeMeter for a range of use cases in different sectors of industry. Choosing CodeMeter means more than just investing in a premier licensing and software protection solution. It also ensures a proven means towards commercial profitability and success.
Introduction
This white paper provides a viable answer to the“ Make or Buy” question when it comes to selecting and integrating a software licensing solution. It addresses the financial implications of ineffective licensing as well as the impact of an effective licensing strategy for long-term revenue growth. Additionally, sure that only legitimate users can access their software.
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IP Protection A key challenge for innovative enterprises is finding the right
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rights and patents is paramount, not least to secure one’ s financial integrity and ability to keep innovating. Without
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The danger is not just financial in nature; companies also stand to lose their good name and reputation in the worst
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technologies and strategies to ensure that digital assets are safe from theft and manipulation.
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Initial Start-Up costs
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Software License fee [ TEUR ] CodeMeter Protection Suite [ TEUR ]
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Wibu-Systems Professional Services [ TEUR ]
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Initial costs CodeMeter [ TEUR ] technology
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integration into software products ISV development costs for [ TEUR ]
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Initial development cost ISV [ TEUR ] the white paper points out the many advantages of automated licensing technology for software developers, which can range from improved efficiency in internal processes to the creation of flexible licensing models and positive impacts on the sales process.
A licensing system protects software and other contents, allows the introduction of innovative licensing models to help monetize software IP, and thereby create new potential revenue streams. The ROI analyses presented here distinguish between the initial investments required, the operating costs
moving forward, and the benefits to be expected over time, including added revenue, the prevention of piracy, and greater internal efficiency. A positive ROI is proof of the commercial sense of investing into software protection and licensing as a smart business decision.
The Problem
Today’ s businesses are facing a multitude of challenges when it comes to protecting and licensing their software. These have a direct impact on profitability, but also on more intangible factors like the reputation and integrity of system and software providers. This chapter covers the basic problems that companies can expect to encounter.
Software Piracy Software piracy and ineffective licensing have a direct financial impact for businesses: Unauthorized copies and unlicensed use mean significant losses in revenue, while poorly en- forced licenses can mean lost revenues and lost control. Cracking tools are easy to come by and illegal copies are easily shared over the Internet. Recognizing and averting attempted piracy needs effective technologies and strategies to make
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CODEMETER ROI