License Utilization Visibility for FedRAMP Compliance
Learn how LIC-01 helps you meet FedRAMP requirements for Microsoft 365 and Entra ID security.
Organizations pursuing FedRAMP compliance need to address license utilization visibility as part of their security program. The LIC-01 control maps directly to FedRAMP requirements, helping demonstrate compliance while strengthening your security posture.
How LIC-01 Addresses FedRAMP Requirements
FedRAMP requires organizations to implement controls around license utilization visibility. The LIC-01 control provides:
- License assignments are tracked across the organization
- Unused or underutilized licenses are identified
- License changes are monitored
These measures directly support FedRAMP compliance by ensuring proper licensing security in your Microsoft 365 environment.
Implementation for Compliance
To satisfy FedRAMP requirements with this control:
- **Enable the control** - Follow the manual configuration steps
- **Document your implementation** - Record how the control was configured
- **Maintain evidence** - TrueConfig automatically logs compliance status
- **Monitor continuously** - Track any deviations from the expected state
Evidence Collection
For FedRAMP audits, you'll need to demonstrate:
- Current configuration state
- Historical compliance data
- Remediation actions taken
- Continuous monitoring in place
TrueConfig provides all of this evidence through its audit trail and reporting features.
Why This Control Matters for FedRAMP
Most organizations overpay for M365 licenses. Unused licenses represent wasted budget. Understanding your license utilization helps optimize costs and ensures users have appropriate entitlements.
Implementing LIC-01 is an important step toward FedRAMP compliance. Combined with TrueConfig's continuous monitoring, you can demonstrate ongoing adherence to FedRAMP requirements.
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TrueConfig continuously monitors your Microsoft 365 tenant for compliance with FedRAMP requirements, including this control.