Interview with "OpenLM," Which Provides Software License Management Solutions Essential for Game Development!

These days, a large number of new games are released every month, every week, and every day.
Many of the latest titles offer things that are pleasing to users, such as ultra-detailed graphics and a satisfying amount of content, but an increase in development period and cost is unavoidable as a result.
This time, we interviewed "OpenLM," which plays an unsung hero role in such modern game development!
We asked them about "software license management solutions," a term you might not be familiar with!

Interview with "OpenLM"!

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― First, please tell us about your company.

OpenLM provides "Software License Management Solutions" that support companies with license management from a global perspective.
We enable efficient project progress by supporting the optimization of the number of expensive software licenses used in various fields such as engineering, manufacturing, gaming, and animation industries.

― Please tell us about your company's areas of expertise, style, and appealing points.

Our strengths are cost reduction and efficiency in license management.
In particular, we visualize the usage status of software licenses such as Maya, 3ds Max, Unity, and Unreal Engine, which are used in game development and animation production, and realize optimal management.
By eliminating unnecessary costs, we enable teams to use the licenses they truly need.

― You seem to have an office in Japan as well.

OpenLM is a global company founded in Israel in 2009.
Our headquarters are in Israel, but we established a Japanese subsidiary in Shinjuku Ward, Tokyo, in 2022.

We had already entered the Japanese market through partners and distributors for over 10 years, but now we are conducting business directly by establishing our own office and subsidiary.
We have a strong interest in the Japanese market and are strengthening our support in cooperation with local partners.

― Please share your thoughts on the Japanese and global game markets.

The Japanese game market leads the world with its technical capabilities and unique creativity.
In particular, RPGs and action games are highly popular overseas, and many development studios are active globally.

Recently, with the advancement of game engines, the development environment has become increasingly complex.
Therefore, the importance of license management is increasing.

Also Active in the Animation and VFX Industries

― Please tell us about the game business areas and genres you are currently focusing on.

OpenLM is focusing on optimizing software license management in game development.
By supporting the license management of tools used for 3D modeling and CG production in particular, we achieve reduction of development costs and efficient resource allocation.

― What is your future vision?

Our vision is for companies to optimally utilize software licenses and reduce wasted costs.
In the game industry, many development teams use multiple software, which tends to make license management complex.
OpenLM helps to solve these issues and streamline the development environment, thereby supporting more creators to concentrate on creative work.

― Lastly, please give us a message.

In the Japanese market, we are cooperating with our partners to provide support tailored to local needs.
If you have any challenges regarding license management for game development or animation production, please feel free to contact us!

30-Day Free Trial Also Available

Software license management is essential for progressing various projects, regardless of size.
It might be an unfamiliar term for many game users, but these are the kinds of products that support those games.

As mentioned in the interview, services are also being offered in Japan.
From the "OpenLM" official website, you can find details about each product and case studies, as well as apply for a 30-day free trial.
If you are a businessman who is interested, why not consider introducing it?