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Licensing changes
Microsoft is rolling out a new way to manage user licenses across Dynamics 365 Finance, Supply Chain, Commerce, Project Operations, and Human Resources. The goal? More clarity, better control, and fewer surprises.
These changes are designed to simplify administration, but they also require action by November 1, 2025 to avoid access restrictions, compliance risks, and added costs.
A D365 Licensing Assessment from Nexer will help you understand Microsoft licensing changes, evaluate your license structure to ensure your team has access to mission-critical systems, and optimize spend.
Hit the deadline
Take action by Nov.1, 2025. Users without assigned licenses will see in-app notifications starting Sept. 1.
PROTECT USER ACCESS
Avoid unexpected disruptions and ensure every user has the right access to the apps they need.
optimize license spend
Right-size your Microsoft D365 licensing budget based on actual usage.
improve governance
Get the tools, reports, and guidance to stay compliant even as your business needs change.
Compliance Assessment
1. Discover
Your stakeholders will meet with the Nexer team to analyze current licensing and collect user, role, and security information. We’ll also discuss growth plans and seasonal staffing needs.
3. oPTIMIZE
Nexer will document improved licensing strategy, as well as opportunities to reduce licensing fees, by the November 1 deadline.
2. ASSESS
Nexer will assess assigned roles against required licenses, examine security roles and duties segregation, and identify overlaps and risks.
4. RECOMMEND
Nexer will meet with stakeholders to share findings and a clear, actionable plan to achieve and maintain licensing compliance.
deliverables
LICENSING UTILIZATION REPORT
A detailed analysis of your users, roles, and license assignments.
RISK ASSESSMENT
Identify areas that are not in compliance and potential penalties.
SECURITY ROLE MAP
Align security roles with the appropriate license type.
OPTIMIZATION PLAN
Recommend adjustments to optimize budget.
LICENSING CHANGES & IMPACT
These changes mark a fundamental transformation in how security, licensing, and compliance operate within D365. Your business must proactively adapt to ensure your user roles, systems, and processes align with Microsoft’s new enforcement model.
PROCESSES-BASED SECURITY MODEL
Roles are now based on tasks, like approving purchase orders, instead of job titles, giving better visibility, control, and rule compliance.
ADVANCED AUDIT & MODEL ROLE
Temporary role assignments, version control, and license usage are easier to manage, while stronger audit trails support rule compliance.
LIFECYCLE SERVICES (LCS) INTEGRATION
Tracking license usage is easier to manage, while stronger audit trails support compliance.
improve governance
Get the tools, reports, and guidance to stay compliant even as your business needs change.
Get started
Learn more about the D365 Licensing Assessment.