Novell Licensing

Novell makes it easy to purchase software by offering simple, customer-focused licensing agreements. Improved programmes make it easier than ever to purchase what you need to successfully run your business. What's more, you access all of these benefits through simple programme and contract offerings.

Here's just a few of the benefits you receive when purchasing through a licensing agreement:

• Discounted pricing for your entire organisation, regardless of size or purchasing structure
• Access to the latest Novell technologies and Novell technical support
• Ability to maximise available budget with yearly or multi-year purchase options
• Freedom to select the counting methodology that works for your individual organisation
• Immediate and convenient access to software downloads

To help you make the most of all the benefits available through our buying programmes, it's important to find the purchase option that best suits you. Each Novell Licensing Agreement offers unique benefits and a combination of offerings which may appeal to different types of customers.

Basic Programme Options

Two basic options are available to all Novell customers: Volume License Agreement (VLA) and Master Licence Agreement (MLA). Both the VLA and MLA allow you to purchase perpetual licences - or licences you own, regardless of your contract status with Novell. Both the VLA and MLA include benefits such as multiple Maintenance offerings, indemnification, training, evaluation software and technical support. The VLA or MLA can work for you whether you are a non-profit, government, healthcare or corporate customer.

Volume Licence Agreement

The Volume Licence Agreement (VLA) is the most basic tier of the Novell Buying Programmes. With any purchase amount, the VLA provides you with an easy and affordable way to purchase your Novell solutions without the commitment of a signed contract. If you are looking for an easy, transaction-based process with no minimum purchase requirement, the VLA is a perfect fit for you.

• The Novell VLA for Non-Profit awards special pricing to non-profit organisations who sign the Novell Non-Profit Eligibility Form. Eligibility to purchase under this programme is given to qualified entities. Proof of status may be required upon processing of an order.
• The Novell VLA for Government awards special pricing to government entities. Eligibility to purchase under this programme is given to qualified entities. Proof of status may be required upon processing of an order.
• The Novell Academic Buying Programmes award special pricing and benefits to educational customers. Eligibility to purchase under the Academic Licence Agreement (ALA), School License Agreement (SLA), VLA-for-Education or Direct Education Orders (DEO) Programmes is awarded to qualified institutions. Proof of status may be required upon execution of any licensing agreement.

Master Licence Agreement

The Master Licence Agreement (MLA) provides discounted licence options to our highest tier customers, rewarding you based on volume spending and commitment. Designed for large, worldwide organisations, the MLA provides a flexible method of implementing Novell systems across your business. By meeting minimum purchase requirements and signing the MLA, you gain access to rewarding benefits unique to the MLA.

Academic Customers

Academic customers may choose to buy licences through the VLA programme or rent under either the Academic Licence Agreement (ALA) or School Licence Agreement (SLA). Both the ALA and SLA programmes reduce costs associated with acquiring, upgrading, maintaining and managing software by offering software through a subscription model.

Academic Licence Agreement

The Academic Licence Agreement (ALA) is the ideal licensing vehicle for Colleges and Universities. With a short, simple contract and easy annual payment calculations, this agreement perfectly meets the evolving requirements of higher education institutions to licence, implement and maintain their software investments. This programme not only lowers software ownership costs but also helps you spend less time on software acquisition and more time focusing on your business - education. Flexible bundle options, upgrade protection included at no additional charge, three-year initial agreement term with renewal in one year increments, minimum annual fee.

School Licence Agreement

The School Licence Agreement (SLA) is the ideal licensing vehicle for Primary Education Institutions. With a short, simple contract and easy annual payment calculations, this agreement perfectly meets the changing requirements of primary education institutions to license, implement and maintain their software investments. This programme not only lowers software ownership costs but also helps you spend less time on software acquisition and more time focusing on your business - education. Flexible bundle options, upgrade protection included at no additional charge, renewable one-year agreement terms, minimum annual fee.

Adding value through services
Customers of all types can make annual purchases of Maintenance for access to the latest Novell technologies and product versions. Customers also have the option to purchase Novell services, including Technical Support, Training and Consulting services.

Finding a customised solution
In addition to the VLA or MLA, customers who need special, customised options for large deals are able to negotiate contract terms with Novell. Some of the options may include special financing, product and/or service bundles, multi-year arrangements, vesting rights, subscription-based licensing and more. These special contract changes are generally managed with a contract addendum and can be initiated by the customer, partner or sales representative.