Crayon

Crayon Group Holding ASA is a leading global IT advisory firm headquartered in Oslo, Norway. Founded in 2002, the company has established itself as a premier provider of software asset management (SAM), cloud and volume licensing, and digital transformation services. With a presence in over 40 countries and a workforce exceeding 4,000 employees, Crayon helps clients optimize their IT estates and innovate with software, cloud, data, and AI. The company's core value proposition lies in its ability to guide organizations through the complex landscape of IT procurement and management, ensuring compliance while maximizing return on investment.

Crayon operates as a vendor-agnostic consultancy, partnering with major technology providers such as Microsoft, AWS, Adobe, IBM, and Oracle to deliver tailored solutions. Their proprietary platform, Cloud-iQ, offers customers a centralized hub for managing cloud subscriptions and software licensing, providing visibility and control over IT spend. Beyond cost optimization, Crayon is deeply invested in data and artificial intelligence, offering services that help businesses harness the power of their data to drive decision-making and operational efficiency. The company's culture emphasizes integrity, pace, quality, and agility, fostering a collaborative environment where experts work together to solve complex client challenges. As of 2025, Crayon continues to expand its global footprint, recently entering into a strategic combination with SoftwareOne to create a comprehensive software and cloud solutions powerhouse.