AntSoft

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AntSoft is a software asset management-as-a-service solution that streamlines the process of ordering and managing software licenses for UCI faculty, staff, and students

Key Features

Easy Ordering Process

  • UCI faculty, staff and students can order research and productivity software like Adobe, ArcGIS Pro, JMP Pro, LabVIEW, Mathematica, Microsoft Copilot, Project, SAS, SPSS, Visio, and Visual Studio.
  • Orders can be placed using campus Microsoft 365 accounts
  • Traditional order forms are replaced with a user-friendly web app

Integrated Platform

  • AntSoft is integrated into the AntSoft Service Catalog SharePoint site
  • Provides detailed licensing information
  • Supports an approval process involving fiscal officers for proper tracking and cost management

Information Hub

  • Serves as a repository for software-related information and links
  • Helps people understand each software title
  • Encourages innovative use across the campus community

How It Works

  • Faculty and staff can order licenses by entering a KFS account number
  • The system allows ordering on behalf of others for added convenience
  • Fiscal officers are involved in the approval process to manage costs effectively

Benefits

  • Streamlines software procurement
  • Enhances flexibility and convenience for users
  • Encourages innovation across UC Irvine
  • Simplifies software license management

As AntSoft continues to develop, it aims to further improve software procurement and management at UC Irvine.

Cost

Software pricing depends on the software and your affiliation at UCI. Please check the AntSoft Catalog

 

Page updated on:
April 2, 2025