DynamicsMinds 2026
25/05/2026, Grand Hotel Bernardin
Portoroz, Slovenia
Smart Licensing for Dynamics 365 and Copilot: Latest Updates, Cost Optimization & Risk Avoidance
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In this session, you’ll gain a complete understanding of updated Dynamics 365 and Microsoft Copilot licensing—covering cost optimization and compliance risks. You'll learn:
Licensing Fundamentals (FY26 updates)
• Dynamics 365 recent changes: new naming conventions, capacity entitlements, and role-based AI Agents and Copilot Credits included in Premium SKUs.
• Copilot licensing simplified—role-specific SKUs (Sales, Service, Finance) are now bundled into Microsoft 365 Copilot
Cost Optimization Strategies
• Choose between annual vs. monthly billing—monthly billing incurs a ~5% premium.
• Leverage bundled AI agent entitlements to reduce add-on license costs.
Risk Avoidance
• Understand and prevent unauthorized multiplexing and pooling, ensuring each user has the appropriate license.
• Monitor usage, apply Copilot Credits smartly, and stay compliant with license assignments.
Best Practices
• Use built-in reporting tools (Power Platform admin center) for license usage visibility.
• During renewal cycles, transition expiring role-based Copilot SKUs to the new bundled model to avoid sunk costs.
This session is tailored for IT managers, implementation partners, and financial decision-makers seeking to stay ahead with Microsoft’s latest licensing changes, optimize investment value, and mitigate compliance risks.