The DRM Roadshow Returns

The DRM Roadshow Returns 

Where Licensing Professionals Come to Learn, Connect, and Lead 

Some events fill your calendar. Others change the way you work. 

The DRM Roadshow is the latter. 

Expectations are high this year and justifiably so. The 2026 agenda is the most exciting yet – it’s an agenda built around the operational challenges licensing professionals are dealing with right now and dives deep into how systems and processes can help solve them. 

A Client Summit that hits different 

Let’s be honest, there’s no shortage of summits in the business world. But very few are built for specialists. 

Licensing and royalty management is a niche discipline. It lives in royalty data, contracts, audit trails, and assets that only a handful of people in any organization truly understand. That’s exactly why the DRM Roadshow matters: it brings those people into the same room. 

Each year, the event draws together a mix of licensors, licensees, and licensing agents. But more importantly, it brings together people who speak the same language, people who understand the frustrations of SKU complexity, the importance of audit-ready reporting, and the challenge of scaling licensing operations without losing control. 

And that changes everything. 

As our Sales & Marketing Director, Rhys Fleming, puts it- 

“The quality of conversation at the DRM Roadshow is unlike anything else in the industry. You leave with real, actionable advice and insights. Our clients love it.” 

A Wealth of Knowledge in a Network You Didn’t Realize You Were Part Of 

The Roadshow didn’t earn its reputation overnight. 

Over the years, attendance has steadily grown not because of flashy marketing, but because people come back and bring others with them. Sessions consistently fill up, particularly deep dives into product functionality and real-world licensing challenges. 

This said, some of the most valuable conversations don’t happen on stage; they happen between sessions, in breakout discussions, or over coffee when someone casually shares how they solved a problem you’ve been wrestling with for months. 

That kind of access is rare. 

What’s Coming This Year 

This year’s agenda has been shaped around real client questions, and the challenges organizations are actively trying to solve. 

Here’s a closer look at what’s in store: 

1. 2026 New Features 

A guided walkthrough of the latest platform capabilities, including: 

• The new approval workflow inbox  
• Backstage passes to the new UI release  
• Exploration of our Updated Forecasting tools  
• A sneak peek of the changes you can expect to see in the enhanced notifications feature 

This session is all about understanding how these tools actually improves day-to-day workflows. 

2. Introducing DRM Analytics 

This is one of the most anticipated sessions of this year’s event. 

Built on Power BI, DRM Analytics brings a new level of visibility to royalty data. Interactive dashboards that tell the story behind your numbers, not just present them. 

For teams managing hundreds of agreements and thousands of SKUs, this kind of insight is no longer optional. It’s essential. 

3. AI in Licensing: The Real Conversation 

There’s a lot of noise around AI right now, especially in software. 

This session takes a different approach. Instead of hype, expect honest discussion: 

• What AI means in the world of licensing and royalty management systems 
• Where AI is already adding value 
• Where it still falls short 

It’s not a presentation, it’s a conversation. 

4. Tips & Tricks: SKU Management 

If you know, you know. 

SKU management is one of the most operationally demanding parts of licensing. This session brings practical guidance from people who’ve been through the complexity and found ways to simplify it. 

5. Digital Product Passport & Manufacturer Tracking 

With regulations tightening globally, compliance is no longer something to figure out later. 

This session dives into tools that support: 

• Digital Product Passport reports 
• Manufacturer tracking 
• Greater transparency across the supply chain 

It’s forward-looking, and immediately relevant. 

6. Future Roadmap Discussion 

This is where the tone shifts. 

Instead of a one-way presentation, this session opens the floor to clients. It’s a rare opportunity to influence product direction and hear directly from the people building the platform. 

And yes, the conversations here tend to be refreshingly candid. 

Why This Matters Now 

The timing of this year’s Roadshow isn’t accidental. 

Licensing and royalty management are going through a real transformation. Several forces are converging at once: 

• The rise (and reality check) of AI in enterprise software 
• Increasing regulatory pressure, especially around Digital Product Passports 
• Growing complexity in licensing models 
• Demand for real-time financial visibility across organizations 

This isn’t a future problem; it’s happening now. 

Sessions like DRM Analytics speak directly to these pressures. Moving from static reports to dynamic dashboards changes how decisions are made. It allows teams to spot trends earlier, identify issues faster, and communicate more effectively with stakeholders. 

Similarly, the AI conversation cuts through abstract ideas and asks a more grounded question: What actually helps licensing teams do their job better? 

What Makes the Roadshow Different 

At its core, the DRM Roadshow isn’t just about product updates. 

It’s about collaboration. 

Yes, the sessions are detailed. Yes, the technology is impressive. But what people remember most is the interaction, the ability to compare approaches, challenge assumptions, and learn from others working in the same space. 

Whether it’s: 

• Sharing audit strategies with someone in a different sector 
• Getting immediate clarity on a workflow issue 
• Or walking away with a solution you didn’t know existed 

The value comes from the room itself. 

Who Should Be There 

This isn’t a general business event, and it’s not trying to be. 

The Roadshow is built for people who live and breathe licensing and royalty management, including: 

• Operations leaders 
• Finance and royalty accounting teams 
• Brand and IP licensing professionals 

If you use the DRM platform, this event is for you. 

Looking Ahead 

For more details, including location and registration, please reach out to your Client Service Manager. If past years are any indication, spaces won’t stay open for long. 

If you’re even considering attending, it’s worth reaching out early and securing your place. 

The difference between attending an event and benefiting one often comes down to being in the right conversations. And that’s exactly what the DRM Roadshow is built to deliver.