Microsoft will increase the Enhancement Plan from the current 20% to 21%. This maintenance fee is required to retain access to product updates, hotfixes, and new versions.
In addition, the terms and pricing for on‑premises licenses and on‑premises subscriptions will be adjusted. A price increase of approximately 10% is planned.
The changes affect, among others:
Microsoft justifies these adjustments due to rising development and operating costs, as well as the ongoing development of its products.
Adjustment of the TSO‑DATA update fee effective January 1, 2027
Independently of Microsoft’s changes, TSO‑DATA has decided to adjust its own on‑premises update fee.
Effective January 1, 2027, the update fee will be increased from 19% to 20%.
The update fee includes, among other things:
What does this mean for you?
Customers with existing on‑premises contracts are advised to consider the upcoming changes at an early stage—particularly with regard to budgeting and contract planning.
Consulting by TSO‑DATA
We are happy to support you in assessing the impact of these changes on your existing licensing and maintenance structure and in reviewing possible alternatives—such as hybrid scenarios or cloud options.
Get in touch with us – we will advise you individually and transparently.
TSO‑DATA
Bastian Kirchner
insidesales[at]tso[dot]de
+49 (541) 1395‑0
