© 2026 Universal Management Solutions
Contact
Government

NYC Housing Authority

$500K+ in savings identified in 3 weeks

$500K+ Initial Savings
3 Weeks Time to Discovery
20-40% Azure Savings Target
Timeline: 3 weeks to first savings; multi-phase cloud follow-on
Overview

Found over $500K in savings in just 3 weeks by analyzing their Microsoft agreement renewal window. Quick-win approach that opened the door to deeper Azure cloud optimization.

When UMS looked at NYC Housing Authority's upcoming Microsoft agreement, they identified over $500,000 in savings within the first 3 weeks — before the full engagement even began. This quick-win discovery led to a deeper partnership including Azure cloud optimization, where UMS's methodical approach delivers 15-20% savings initially, then 20-40% on deeper analysis. The Housing Authority engagement demonstrates UMS's systematic approach: find the renewal window, identify the quick savings, then build a long-term optimization partnership.

Case Breakdown

Challenge

Renewal timing created a narrow window to reduce Microsoft spend before terms were locked in.

What UMS Did

  • Focused first on a renewal-window assessment to capture immediate, low-friction savings opportunities.
  • Used that initial savings proof point to secure broader optimization scope across Azure workloads.
  • Applied a phased cloud optimization model: rapid first pass, then deeper rightsizing and architecture cleanup.

Business Impact

  • $500K+ savings identified in the first three weeks.
  • Expanded into Azure optimization with a 15-20% initial savings band and 20-40% deeper-cut potential.
  • Converted a one-off renewal review into an ongoing cost optimization relationship.
Related Services

Services used in this engagement

Save 20-40% on Your Microsoft Renewal

Quick wins in 60-90 days. Free initial assessment to identify immediate savings opportunities across your Microsoft estate.

M365 Azure Licensing

Cut Cloud Waste Without Cutting Capabilities

Right-size, renegotiate, and eliminate redundant services. Azure and AWS optimization that delivers real savings.

Azure AWS Cost Management
Your Turn

Facing a similar challenge?

Book a free 30-minute consultation. We'll show you exactly where your savings are.