Asset Management - License Type
You can define different license types for Analysts to use when adding the details of Transactions made against Software Products.
Explanation of License Types
In the context of Asset Management Transactions, License Types are categories or classifications of software licenses that determine how a software product can be used. Different types of licenses come with their own sets of permissions, restrictions, and terms of use. Understanding the various license types is crucial for managing software assets efficiently and ensuring compliance with software usage policies.
Examples of License Types
Single-User License: Permits the software to be installed and used on a single computer/device. Ideal for individual users.
Volume License: Allows the purchase of software licenses in bulk, often at a discounted rate. Suitable for organizations that need to install a software on multiple devices.
Concurrent License: This type of license is based on the number of simultaneous users accessing the software, rather than the number of installations.
Site License: Provides unlimited use of the software within a specific geographical location. This is common in educational institutions.
Enterprise License Agreement (ELA): A contractual arrangement where an organization agrees to purchase licenses for numerous software products from a single vendor. It's beneficial for large organizations for cost savings and simplified management.
Subscription License: Allows use of the software for a specific time period. After which, the license must be renewed.
Understanding these license types aids in making informed decisions when adding transaction details against Software Products in the Configuration Management Database (CMDB).
Creating a License Type
Before you start
You must have CMDB Setup enabled within your General Access Security Role in order to configure any CMDB administration settings. Depending on if/how your system is partitioned, ensure that you are in the correct partition.
Select the Menu button, then Admin, and then select System Administration. The System Administration window is displayed. In the Explorer pane expand CMDB.
Select Asset Management - License Type to open the window. The window displays the current license types.
Select the New Icon. A new row is added to the browse table.
In the blank row, type the name or description of the type of license you with to define.
Repeat for each license type you want to create.
Select to save the changes. Provide the Change Reasons if prompted to do so.
Renaming a License Type
Select the Menu button, then Admin, and then select System Administration. The System Administration window is displayed. In the Explorer pane expand CMDB.
Select Asset Management - License Type to open the window. The window displays the current license types.
Select the license type entry you want to rename by selecting on it.
Type the new name you want to assign for the license type.
Select to save the changes. Provide the Change Reasons if prompted to do so.
Deleting a License Type
You cannot reverse this procedure. If you delete an entry by mistake, you have to re-create the entry by adding a new license type.
Select the Menu button, then Admin, and then select System Administration. The System Administration window is displayed. In the Explorer pane expand CMDB.
Select Asset Management - License Type to open the window. The window displays the current license types.
Select the license type entry you want to delete from the list.
Select the Delete icon. If you attempt to delete the system default, you will receive a warning message.
Select to save the changes. Provide the Change Reasons if prompted to do so.
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