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Roadmap for managing SaaS spending

Why does SaaS spend management matter? By tracking how many SaaS applications your business utilizes and how much you spend on them, you can identity compliance risks and unnecessary costs.

So, how can you develop an effective strategy for managing SaaS spending? Along with providing a 4-step roadmap, this white paper – penned by Auvik’s Director of Product, SaaS, John Harden – delves into 5 best practices for managing your spending.

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