# Workflow: License reclamation

**License reclamation** is a workflow solution that helps enterprises identify and automatically remove unused or underused software licenses. This automation reduces waste and optimizes software spend by reclaiming licenses at scale without manual intervention.

## Problem <a href="#problem" id="problem"></a>

Large enterprises can easily lose track of software licenses allocated to employees. Over time, unused or forgotten licenses silently drive up unnecessary costs. Removing these licenses is often a slow, manual process handled on a case-by-case basis by IT teams.

## Solution <a href="#solution" id="solution"></a>

By identifying users who are not using or underutilizing a licensed application, you can automatically trigger a workflow to remove them from the relevant application group and reclaim the license. This hands-off workflow supports cost optimization and operational efficiency at scale.

## Benefits and outcome <a href="#expected-value" id="expected-value"></a>

By implementing the "License reclamation" solution you:

* Automate license removal through a workflow, reducing manual IT intervention.
* Reclaim unused licenses and optimize software spending.
* Reduce service desk workload by eliminating repetitive tasks.
* Accelerate the license deprovisioning process across large user bases.
* Improve compliance and visibility into software usage across your organization.

## Getting started with "License reclamation"

Configure and start using your pack by following these links:

* [Usage guide: License reclamation](/platform/library-packs/software-asset-management/workflow_-license-reclamation/usage-guide-license-reclamation.md) for standard users
* [Configuration guide: License reclamation](/platform/library-packs/software-asset-management/workflow_-license-reclamation/configuration-guide-license-reclamation.md) only accessible to users with an [administrator](/platform/user-guide/administration/account-management/roles.md#roles-administration) role


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