Security updates and updates to functionality are common and can increase efficiency. Businesses that do no update their licenses are also not helping software companies to profit from their work, and therefore make jobs and pay government taxes. With fewer funds available, software companies are not able to stimulate the local economy and be as innovative as they otherwise could be.
There are many benefits to having properly licensed software, and the BSA has 32 different communications partners to help them spread awareness across the world. The alliance also employs personnel in the field that are able to offer further assistance as businesses work to become compliant. With their several programs and field personnel, there are plenty of opportunities across the globe for the BSA to help. The operations of the BSA differ slightly from country to country based on local law, but their core mission remains the same.
Regardless of the country, the BSA employs legal tactics to better prevent inappropriate use of intellectual property. End users from any country can report unlicensed software use anonymously to the BSA, and they work with a network of lawyers to ensure all of their programs are operated according to local law. These offices provide vital support for worldwide operations in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia.
Each year the BSA publishes a variety of content on their website as they make strides to improve software compliance and make progress on their many programs. The addition of new members allows the BSA to reach farther across the globe, and initiate more individual projects that help local economies.
Lots of data is collected in order to support the many BSA studies on software licensing, and other technology-related issues that affect their membership. The topics relate to their advocacy efforts, anti-piracy, human capital, innovation, and security. The extensive amount of data used by the BSA serves to influence legislation, while they also contribute public letters and statements.
Their recommendations for changes are typically listed on their website along with the latest news relevant to their cause. The annual study estimates the number of computers sold and the number of software licenses legitimately purchased. While not all experts agree with this methodology, it does provide some valuable insight into the field of technology in that country. The methodology that the BSA uses for some of their studies has long been criticized. Their collaboration with the International Data Corporation has also raised suspicions in certain groups.
For example, it has always been greatly contested that each illegally copied piece of software is equal to the loss of a sale for a software company.
The Global Software Piracy Study, in particular, has been accused of providing exaggerated results. Some of the assumptions that are made while forming the study have also been questioned. Statisticians are quick to point out flaws, and experts in the field have corroborated numerous flaws in the methodology used by the BSA.
A BSA team member will provide you with the latest information at the first available opportunity. Please note that the investigative process is very thorough and can take several months for significant developments. A reward may be payable only if BSA pursues an investigation and, as a direct result of the information provided by you, receives a monetary settlement from the reported organization. The amount you may receive is outlined in the Terms and Conditions available here.
A reward will be paid only if BSA pursues an investigation and, as a direct result of the information provided by you, receives a monetary settlement from the reported organization. Other terms and conditions may also apply. This process could take several months. If the reward requirements have been met, then BSA will consider you for a reward payment.
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