We don't need to imagine, it was actually the case not that long ago, and for the most part still is. The MO of corporations is to just bend over when a Microsoft rep walks into the room.

Or you can at least look for viable alternatives: https://www.pcmag.com/news/german-province-ditches-microsoft...

That way, if/when you decide to switch to the MS offering, at least you can bring up that they’re not the only game in town, to get a better deal.