
A Practical Guide to Understanding Microsoft Licensing Changes in 2025
Licensing models aren’t usually the hottest topic in the room—but when Microsoft quietly shifts how thousands of businesses buy their software, it’s worth paying attention. Starting January 2025, Microsoft began phasing out Enterprise Agreement (EA) renewals for certain mid-sized organizations, especially those with 500–2,400 users. That means if you’re still on an EA, you may already be on borrowed time.