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Ziyanda Gwele

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Software Asset Manager at Standard Bank, managing software compliance, license demand, and vendor-initiated audits.

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking to use my expertise in Software Licensing and Software Asset Management to design and implement policies, processes, and solutions aligned with industry standards and best practices, supporting effective governance, operational efficiency, and long-term compliance across the software asset lifecycle.

At Standard Bank, I apply software asset management standards and processes, monitor compliance for assigned software publishers, and help manage software license demand. I also support middle and senior management with vendor-initiated license audits.

Previously, I handled software licensing and compliance administration at Old Mutual and worked in licensing sales and Microsoft licensing roles. My work has included license allocation and re-harvesting, compliance reviews, renewals, and Microsoft licensing solutions.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Software Asset Manager

Current

Standard Bank

Oct 2019 - Present (6 years 11 months)

Apply and communicate software asset management standards, processes, and procedures, ensuring compliance and minimizing software compliance risks. Conduct quarterly internal compliance monitoring and support vendor-initiated license audits.

Software Asset Management License Compliance Audit Vendor Management Contract Management Data Analysis Reporting ServiceNow Flexera Microsoft Adobe Oracle IBM SAP Autodesk Atlassian Excel Power BI

Software Licensing & Compliance Administration Specialist

Old Mutual

Mar 2017 - Sep 2019 (2 years 6 months)

Monitored and administered software licenses, usage, and contract lifespan, ensuring entitlements are captured and verified. Processed procurement requests, quotations, and invoices, and assisted with compliance reviews and audits.

Software Licensing License Compliance FlexNet Cherwell Oracle Vendor Management Contract Management Data Analysis Reporting Budgeting Cost Recovery

Licensing Sales Specialist

Dimension Data

Apr 2015 - Feb 2017 (1 year 10 months)

Ensured client retention through effective service delivery and drove the T-36 framework for Microsoft licensing. Identified sales opportunities, managed renewals, and provided training on Microsoft operational tools.

Microsoft Licensing Sales Customer Retention T 36 Framework Forecasting Budgeting SAM True Up Renewals Training

Microsoft Licensing Specialist

Business Connexion

Feb 2012 - Mar 2015 (3 years 1 month)

Provided volume licensing solutions to SMBs and larger organizations, managed renewals and true-ups, and performed SAM assessments. Liaised with distributors and Microsoft to ensure smooth transactions.

Microsoft Licensing Volume Licensing SAM T 36 Framework Forecasting Budgeting Customer Relationship Management Upselling Cross Selling Negotiation O365 Azure Intune VLC Explore Partner Quoting Tool CLT Power Up EAgreements

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Think 360

Microsoft Certified Professional, Software Asset Management

Completed Microsoft Certified Professional certification in Software Asset Management – CORE.

CTI

Microsoft Certified Professional, Microsoft Volume Licensing

Completed Microsoft Certified Professional certification in Designing and Providing Microsoft Volume Licensing Solutions to Large Organisations.

Walter Sisulu University

National Diploma, Information Technology

Completed a National Diploma in Information Technology with a focus on software development, covering programming, system software, and graphical user interface.