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Compliance

ILMT Audit Snapshot: what you really send the IBM auditor

What the snapshot contains, which fields the auditor reads first, and how to check the file before you send it. Free, in your browser, nothing is uploaded.

Tomasz Oniśk · Oct 11, 2026
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Guide

What is ILMT? Complete Guide to IBM License Metric Tool

What ILMT does, who needs it, and why it matters for IBM license compliance. A practical overview for IT teams and license managers.

Tomasz Oniśk · Mar 25, 2026
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Troubleshooting

IBM ILMT Support: Troubleshooting Common Issues

Agents not reporting, PVU counts that don't add up, catalog problems. Where to get help and how to fix the most common ILMT issues.

Tomasz Oniśk · Apr 1, 2026
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Technical

How to Install IBM ILMT: Step-by-Step with BigFix

System requirements, architecture decisions, and a practical installation walkthrough based on ILMT deployments in around 30 organizations since 2014.

Tomasz Oniśk · Apr 7, 2026
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Compliance

IBM License Audit: How to Prepare, Respond and Negotiate the Findings

What triggers an IBM audit, what auditors actually look for, how to respond to the letter and how to negotiate the findings.

Tomasz Oniśk · Apr 12, 2026
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