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Increasing the license quantity is always possible at any point.

Decreasing the license quantity is only possible at the end of the term. Monthly commitments have a monthly term, so you can decrease at the end of the month. Yearly commitments have a 1-year term, so you can decrease at the end of the year term. Multiple year commitments have multiple 1-year term, so you can decrease at the end of each 1-year term. Reviewing upcoming renewals in advance helps avoid unnecessary costs or licensing shortages.

In many cases, yes. Organizations can often move their Microsoft 365 subscriptions to a CSP without affecting users, email, or data. The process and eligibility depend on the subscription type and term, so it is worth reviewing your current licensing before making a change.

The 300-user limit applies to Microsoft 365 Business tier licenses. Once the limit is reached, additional users typically need a different eligible license, such as Microsoft 365 E3 or E5. Many growing organizations operate with a mix of Business and Enterprise licenses.