July 2, 2026
5 Ways to Modernize Software & AI Spend Optimization
Software costs have fundamentally changed, and waiting to modernize your optimization strategy will only increase unnecessary spend.
Software Spend Is More Volatile Than Ever. Modernization Can't Wait.
AI and consumption-based pricing have fundamentally changed how software is priced and consumed, leaving many IT organizations unprepared for the financial impact. As a result, 61% of IT leaders were forced to cut projects because of unplanned SaaS cost increases, while 78% experienced unexpected AI or consumption-based charges—according to Zylo's 2026 SaaS Management Index.
Traditional cost-cutting strategies weren't built for this new reality.
Whether you lead IT, Software Asset Management, Procurement, or partner with FinOps, this ebook provides a practical framework for reducing waste, improving financial discipline, and supporting AI adoption with greater confidence.
You'll learn how to:
- Build complete visibility into software and AI spend.
- Optimize renewals, application portfolios, and software investments to reduce unnecessary costs.
- Govern AI adoption and consumption-based spending before costs become commitments.
- Assess the maturity of your software and AI spend optimization strategy.
- Apply a practical checklist to modernize your approach.