... 33% across Microsoft 365 and Office 365 beginning 1 July 2026. The move comes weeks after eliminating SaaS volume discounts in November 2025. Heads of IT sourcing and procurement must prepare now to minimize cumulative and unbudgeted cost increases. Overview Contributors Gartner Recommended Reading Notes ...
Analyst(s): Zach Nagle | Stephen White
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