modules of this main product. In that case,
the main product is expressed as a distinct,
separate product with a distinct Product Code,
and the other products (sub-modules) are
allocated as its components.
Another possible scenario would be the option
to borrow licenses. This will need a dedicated
Product Code as an anchor for Nested Product
Items. This new functionality will be available
in later versions of CodeMeter License Central.
Component Mode
The component mode is generally relevant if
you are using the CodeMeter License Central
web interface to produce tickets. In this mode,
you get the following options:
Necessary: The component is a fixed part of
the bundle and cannot be removed.
Items in CodeMeter License
Central
Each product is expressed as a distinct item
in CodeMeter License Central. If the system
is integrated with a SAP or other ERP system,
it is advisable to use the same item ID in
CodeMeter License Central that you are using
as the part number, material ID or SKU in your
ERP system. For our example, we are using the
Product Code as the item ID.
The products are all flagged as permanent
single user licenses (License Quantity = 0 and
no Expiration Time). The name of the module
is entered in plain text.
Bundle Item
As a next step, an item is created for each bundle:
■■ Basic (1009901)
■■ Pro (1009902)
■■ Ultra (1009903).
The application products we have defined
before are now allocated as components of
these three items, and the suites are ready to
hit the shelves.
In most cases, this simple setup will be more
than sufficient. Four additional options can be
used to modify their behavior to our needs:
■■
■■
■■
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A dedicated Product Code for the bundle
Component mode
Order-specific mode
Activation mode
Dedicated Product Codes
Opt-out: The component is an optional part
of the bundle - it is included as standard, but
can be removed.
Each bundle can be given its own Product
Code. This is not necessary for the application
suites in our example.
Opt-in: The component is an optional part of
the bundle. It is not included as standard, but
can be included at will.
This option makes sense if one component in a
bundle has a higher profile as the main seller,
and the other components are mere sub-
Order-Specific Mode
This option is only relevant if individual
components come with order defined