Teams are questioning overlapping tools, hidden usage limits and the cost of fragmented workflows.
The visible price is incomplete
Per-user fees grow with headcount, while storage, automation and support tiers add complexity. Several inexpensive tools can cost more than one carefully chosen platform.
Consolidation has risks
A larger suite may reduce integration work but create dependence on one provider. Specialized teams can also lose functions they genuinely need.
Audit outcomes, not licences
Identify inactive accounts, duplicate capabilities and manual transfers between systems. The goal is not the fewest applications; it is a coherent set that earns its place.