Microsoft price increase for on-premises servers July 2025
22/04/2025
For anyone currently using — or considering Microsoft Entra Permissions Management: Microsoft has announced that the service is now at end of sale.
This marks a significant shift for organisations relying on Entra PM to manage cloud entitlements and enforce least-privilege access — especially across multi-cloud environments like Azure, AWS, and GCP.
What does this mean for you?
Effective, April 1, 2025, Microsoft Entra Permissions Management will no longer be available for purchase by new Enterprise Agreement and direct customers, and effective May 1, 2025, it will no longer be available for purchase by new CSP customers. Effective October 1, 2025, we will retire Microsoft Entra Permissions Management and discontinue support of this product.
What are the options?
The good news is there are strong alternatives out there. Microsoft has identified Delinea as a recommended third-party alternative, particularly for customers seeking continued visibility and control over cloud permissions. Delinea is well-regarded in the identity and access management space, offering robust CIEM capabilities that align well with Zero Trust principles.
At Ultima, we partner closely with Delinea, and we’re ready to help you evaluate whether it’s the right fit for your environment — or explore other viable solutions, depending on your needs.
Our approach
We’ve helped several organisations implement and manage Entra Permissions Management, so we understand how embedded it can be in your security posture. In response to this change, we’re offering support with:
- Reviewing current entitlements and permission structures
- Identifying gaps and enhancements with Delinea
- Seamless migration from Microsoft to Delinea
Whether this is a big shift for you or just a minor adjustment, we’re here to help make the process smooth.
Next steps
If you’re currently using Entra Permissions Management, or had plans to adopt it, we recommend reviewing your setup sooner rather than later. Our team is available to discuss your current approach, explore suitable alternatives such as Delinea, and support you through any necessary change.
To arrange a conversation or request more information, please reach out to your Ultima account manager, or contact us here.
