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Automation software and licenses

Automation software and licenses define how engineering and automation software is used across users, devices, and projects. Siemens offers flexible licensing models to support different workflows, enabling scalable use, efficient collaboration, and transparent software management.

The right solution for every use

Automation software and licenses plays a central role in how engineering and automation tools are used in industrial environments. Different projects, teams, and workflows require flexible access to software without unnecessary complexity or cost. Siemens automation software and licenses are designed to support individual users, shared teams, and enterprise-wide deployments.

Key aspects include:

Flexible license models tailored to different usage scenarios
Central license management for transparency and control
Support for scalable engineering across projects and locations
Efficient collaboration through shared and floating licenses
Clear separation of software functionality and license usage

With the right licensing model, companies can optimize software utilization, simplify administration, and adapt their automation software landscape to evolving requirements.

Key benefits

Work flexibly across teams and projects

Enable teams to access automation software when and where it is needed. Flexible licensing supports collaboration across projects, reduces idle licenses, and adapts to changing engineering workloads.

Increase transparency and control

Gain clear visibility into license usage and allocation. Centralized management helps optimize software utilization, supports compliance, and simplifies administrative effort.

Scale software usage as requirements grow

Expand or adjust licensing models as teams, projects, and automation environments evolve, ensuring long-term flexibility without disrupting existing workflows.

Featured capabilities

Always the right license

Whether you need a license for a single workspace, a small team or an international corporation, Siemens has the right license for your application, you can use your software cost-effectively in just the right way for your needs.

Software Update Service

The Software Update Service (SUS) is the fastest, easiest way to keep your software up to date anytime – automatically and at a cost that can fit your budget.

Online Software Delivery

You can benefit from the opportunities of the Internet for automation software too, with fast software downloads.

Frequently asked questions

Explore resources

Downloads

Automation License Manager (ALM)

OSD Contract Manager

SUS Manager

Online Software Delivery Material

OSD topic page in Siemens Industry Online Support

Online Software Delivery platform

PDF | Short user guide Online Software Delivery

Video | Getting started video at Youtube

Security information

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Automation software and licenses

The right solution for every use