Used software
Smart solutions for businesses and IT partners
Used software offers businesses and IT partners a sustainable and legally compliant
way to design their IT strategy in a cost-efficient and flexible manner.
We support you in buying and selling used Microsoft software –
transparent, efficient, and tailored to your specific requirements.
Your benefits when trading used software
Reduce IT costs
sustainably
Save up to 50% compared to new licenses and optimize your IT budget with certified used software.
Turn unused software
into capital
Sell unused Microsoft licenses and
convert them into liquidity.
Flexible and legally compliant licensing
With used software, you can expand your IT infrastructure flexibly, independently of vendors, and in full legal compliance.
Protect the environment &
conserve resources
Used software actively contributes to conserving resources and extending
product life cycles.
Why used licenses pay off for you
For IT-Partner
Unlock new revenue potential with the used software market. As an
IT partner, system integrator, or reseller, you benefit from audited Microsoft licenses, legally compliant processes, and attractive purchasing conditions – for a strong, sustainable product portfolio.
Your benefits as a partner:
- Attractive purchase prices
- Access to audited, cross-vendor Microsoft licenses
- Support through professional license management, extensive experience, and legally compliant processes
- Sustainable expansion of your product portfolio – economically
and environmentally responsible
Learn more about the benefits of a partnership and how you can easily enter the used software market with us as a strong partner.
For companies
Leverage untapped potential in your IT: Sell unused software licenses
in a legally compliant and market-driven way. Free up tied capital, create room for further investments, and optimize your IT budgets – transparently, efficiently, and without risk.
Your benefits when selling software:
- Unlock and benefit from capital tied up in unused IT resources
- Legally compliant and fully documented sales process
- Market-driven pricing and transparent processing
- Contribution to the sustainable use of software
- Differentiate yourself as a reseller in the market by offering
high-quality software at attractive conditions
Sell used software now and unlock capital!
“At MRM, we receive top-tier licensing advice that benefits our customers, reliable software deliveries, and comprehensive documentation proving that the chain of rights is fully compliant with vendor requirements. We pass all of this on to our customers with ease. The result: highly satisfied customers – and we are equally satisfied. It’s a partnership on equal footing.”
(Jannik Hindriks – Managing Director ICT GmbH)
Our Microsoft product portfolio
As a certified Microsoft partner, we offer a wide range of Microsoft programs –
both new and used, available within just a few business days.
Our portfolio includes Microsoft Office applications,
Project, and Visio, as well as all Windows operating systems,
Windows Server, Exchange Server, SQL Server and Server Access Licenses.
Office applications
Operating systems / Servers
Server Access Licenses
How does the trade in used software work?
The trade in used software enables companies and IT partners to sell unused licenses
in a legally compliant manner and acquire audited software solutions at attractive conditions.
It follows clear standards and supports the Circular IT Economy through the reuse of IT resources.
Companies transfer their Microsoft licenses to verified providers such as MRM, who remarket them across vendors
in a legally compliant way.
This allows new buyers to obtain high-quality software at significantly lower prices –
while actively contributing to a more sustainable IT economy.
Used Software – The Legal Framework
Frequently asked questions about used software
When is software
considered used and
legally resalable?
Used software refers to a license that was first lawfully placed on the market within the EU and subsequently resold. The legal basis is the principle of exhaustion under European copyright law. A key requirement is that the license is granted on a perpetual basis and transferred in full.
How are authenticity
and legal compliance
verified?
The legal compliance of used software is ensured through a complete and traceable documentation chain. This includes license certificates, invoices, transfer declarations, and confirmation of deinstallation by the previous owner. This ensures full traceability of the license, even in the event of an audit.
What economic advantages does used software offer for companies?
Used software enables companies to achieve significant cost savings compared to new licenses while offering the same functionality. Existing IT infrastructures can be expanded or consolidated in a cost-efficient way, creating financial flexibility for other investments.
What advantages does used software offer for resellers
and IT partners?
Resellers and system integrators can differentiate themselves from the competition by offering their customers audited used software at attractive prices. This not only expands their product portfolio but also increases profitability.
How does the
purchase or sale of
used software work?
Registered partners select the appropriate license when purchasing and receive it with full documentation for legally compliant use. Companies wishing to sell used software first have their existing licenses reviewed for transferability. Once approved, the license rights are transferred in a structured and legally compliant manner.
How does used
software differ
from new licenses?
Functionally, there is no difference between used software and a new perpetual license of the same edition. The difference lies in the distribution channel: the license has already been lawfully acquired and is resold, making it more economically attractive.