Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (F&O) delivers powerful ERP capabilities, but license costs can quickly become a major part of your budget if not managed strategically. At Metam, we help organizations turn license management into a strategic seven-figure advantage while keeping operations fully compliant.
Metam clients save an average on
40–60%
on license costs.
One global enterprise reduced its spend by
$6M CAD
over five years.
Understanding Dynamics 365 F&O licensing
License Type
Monthly Cost
Areas of Suitability
Finance (Base License)
$210
user/month
Core accounting and financial management teams handling reporting, compliance, and budgeting
Supply Chain (Base License)
$210
user/month
Operations, procurement, and logistics staff managing inventory, sourcing, and fulfilment
Project (Base License)
$135
user/month
Project managers and service teams planning, tracking, and delivering project-based work
Attach License
$30
user/month
Additional modules for existing base license users who need Finance, SCM, or Project features
Combined Base + Attach
$240
user/month
Organizations that need a complete ERP solution covering both finance and operations
Team Member License
$8
user/month
Occasional users who only require basic updates, approvals, or read-only access
Activity License
$50
user/month
Staff who execute transactions or day-to-day tasks without requiring full ERP functionality
Optimize your Dynamics 365 F&O investment. Avoid unnecessary costs and maximize value.
Case study: How our client saved $1.2M a year ($6M over five years)
One of our clients, with 1,025 Dynamics 365 F&O users across Finance, SCM, Project, and Activity roles, faced skyrocketing license costs. Metam conducted a detailed assessment of roles, usage patterns, and operational requirements and designed a tailored license plan. The savings were significant – $1.2M per year saved.
Before optimization
After optimization
375 full Finance licenses 375 × $210
$78,750
/month
200 full Finance licenses 200 × $210
$42,000
/month
275 full SCM licenses 275 × $210
$57,750
/month
125 SCM attach licenses 125 × $30
$3,750
/month
175 full Project licenses 175 × $135
$23,625
/month
75 Project attach licenses 75 × $30
$2,250
/month
100 Activity licenses 100 × $50
$5,000
/month
250 Activity licenses 250 × $50
$12,500
/month
100 Team Member licenses 100 × $8
$800
/month
375 Team Member licenses 375 × $8
$3,000
/month
Total: 1,025 users $165,925/month
$1,991,100
/year
Total: 1,025 users $63,500/month
$762,000
/year
Why optimizing your Microsoft Dynamics 365 licenses works
Optimizing licenses isn’t about cutting access. Optimization is about aligning the licensing structure with actual business needs:
Precision Assignment
Ensure each user has the correct license tier
Attach Licenses
Cost-effective alternatives for light-use or support roles.
Continuous Governance
Prevent inactive or redundant licenses from accumulating.
Flexible Scaling
Adjust licenses dynamically for seasonal teams or new projects.
Precision Assignment
Ensure each user has the correct license tier
Attach Licenses
Cost-effective alternatives for light-use or support roles.
Continuous Governance
Prevent inactive or redundant licenses from accumulating.
Flexible Scaling
Adjust licenses dynamically for seasonal teams or new projects.
How Metam helps
Metam takes a strategic approach to licensing that includes:
Role-Based License Alignment
Tailor license types to each team member’s actual usage for maximum efficiency and value.
Smart License Strategy
Leverage attach and activity licenses strategically to reduce costs without sacrificing capability.
Compliance & Cost Control
Stay audit-ready with continuous monitoring and proactive compliance management.
Future-Ready Planning
Prepare for ERP growth, AI integrations, and growing data demands with strategies designed to support your future growth.
How Metam helps
Metam takes a strategic approach to licensing that includes:
Save before next renewal
Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O licensing doesn’t have to drain your budget. Metam helps organizations unlock millions in savings, improve operational visibility, and maintain compliance. You can book your no-obligation licensing assessment today and find out how much your organization could save before your next renewal cycle.