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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.

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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

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