Keep pace with the ever-changing Oracle Java landscape

Oracle has recently made some changes to its Oracle Java licensing, and as a result, many organizations are now questioning the cost implications of using this technology. It’s important to understand that Oracle Java is a widely-used programming language that’s used for building applications and software solutions and these changes pose major challenges for some deploying Oracle Java products.

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Keep pace with the ever-changing Oracle Java landscape

Oracle has recently made some changes to its Oracle Java licensing, and as a result, many organizations are now questioning the cost implications of using this technology. It’s important to understand that Oracle Java is a widely-used programming language that’s used for building applications and software solutions and these changes pose major challenges for some deploying Oracle Java products.

Oracle Java License Management Solutions

Timeline of Changes

Oracle changed how Java can be licensed

This change may cost organizations that previously deployed Java SE for free, millions in support fees moving forward. If you use Oracle’s Java distribution for commercial use, you must purchase a Java subscription.

Read MoreJanuary 2019

First Oracle Java "Soft Audit"

In the middle of a global pandemic, our first customer received an Oracle Java "soft audit" notice. While it was not an official audit notice of the customer's Oracle Java products the soft audit still came with some major implications — including a $12 million Oracle Java compliance fee.

Read MoreMay 2021

A Glimpse into the Future

A customer was approached by Oracle Java sales team with new "custom metric pricing" for their Java licensing. It increased their Java licensing by over $2 million. What we didn't know at the time is this new metric was going to become the rule in just a few months. 

August 2022

Employee for Universal Subscription

Oracle has introduced a new licensing model for Java which no longer ties the license to usage. Instead, they have created an Employee for Universal Subscription that requires companies to count the number of employees, contractors, and consultants, and purchase a license for everyone at approximately $100/year/employee.

Read MoreJanuary 2023

The Release of Java 21

The release of Java 21 came with some notable feature updates, however, this release means Java 17 is now "on the clock".  As of 18 September 2024, Java 17 will no longer be under the Oracle No Fee Terms and Conditions, but it will switch to the Oracle Technology Network license which may require Java subscriptions for various commercial uses.

READ MORESeptember 2023

Get the help you need with your Oracle Java licensing

Oracle Java Licensing Timeline

Oracle changed how Java can be licensed

This change may cost organizations that previously deployed Java SE for free, millions in support fees moving forward. If you use Oracle’s Java distribution for commercial use, you must purchase a Java subscription.

Read MoreJanuary 2019

First Oracle Java "Soft Audit"

In the middle of a global pandemic, our first customer received an Oracle Java "soft audit" notice. While it was not an official audit notice of the customer's Oracle Java products the soft audit still came with some major implications — including a $12 million Oracle Java compliance fee.

Read MoreMay 2021

A Glimpse into the Future

A customer was approached by Oracle Java sales team with new "custom metric pricing" for their Java licensing. It increased their Java licensing by over $2 million. What we didn't know at the time is this new metric was going to become the rule in just a few months. 

August 2022

Employee for Universal Subscription

Oracle has introduced a new licensing model for Java which no longer ties the license to usage. Instead, they have created an Employee for Universal Subscription that requires companies to count the number of employees, contractors, and consultants, and purchase a license for everyone at approximately $100/year/employee.

Read MoreJanuary 2023

The Release of Java 21

The release of Java 21 came with some notable feature updates, however, this release means Java 17 is now "on the clock".  As of 18 September 2024, Java 17 will no longer be under the Oracle No Fee Terms and Conditions, but it will switch to the Oracle Technology Network license which may require Java subscriptions for various commercial uses.

READ MORESeptember 2023

Why choose us for your Java licensing needs?

Manage

We effectively manage your Oracle Java software assets and reduce the risk of non-compliance and unexpected expenses.

Optimize

Optimizing Java licenses, reducing cots, and migrating to the latest Java versions can result in significant cost savings. 

Strategy

We understand your business needs for today and in the future to help make more informed decision quickly and efficiently. 

Assurance

We provide guidance on all aspects of the Java licensing process, ensuring compliance with Oracle’s policies. 

Why choose us for your Java licensing needs?

Manage

Effectively manage its Oracle Java software assets and reduce the risk of non-compliance and unexpected expenses.

Optimize

Optimizing Java licenses, reducing costs, and migrating to the latest Java versions can result in significant cost savings.

Strategy

Understand your business needs for today and in the future to help make more informed decision quickly and efficiently. 

Assurance

Guidance on all aspects of the Java licensing process, ensuring compliance with Oracle’s licensing policies.

Solutions

Compliance & Optimization Review

With our Oracle Java Compliance & Optimization Review (COR) eliminate compliance issues and identify optimization opportunities.

Lifecycle Management

The ArxPlatform ensures that your license deployment is optimized for your business needs and guarantees your compliance.

Solutions

Compliance & Optimization Review

With our Oracle Java Compliance & Optimization Review (COR) eliminate compliance issues and identify optimization opportunities.

Lifecycle Management

The ArxPlatform ensures that your license deployment is optimized for your business needs and guarantees your compliance.

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