From SWSS, to Flex: The Way Forward
The SWSS perpetual license is going away, which means it’s time to purchase calling in a modern way: with a Flex subscription. Flex is the way forward for customers, whether they are keeping their current on-premises platform, going to cloud, or a mix of both.
Predictable cost
Known payments spread out monthly or on an annual basis – your choice
More features and functionality
Get access to new products and enhancements as soon as they’re available
Cloud platform
Increase agility and reduce cost/complexity by moving to the cloud
Welcome to the New Model
Five years ago, you’d purchase a BE6K and get a software license to cover the lifespan of that hardware. It worked, but it was difficult to adjust to your business’ needs as they evolved.
Flex is a newer model where everything's hosted in the cloud, and you consume (and pay) for services as needed instead of having to make a big CapEx investment in hardware and then buy software licenses throughout the life of the product. With Flex, you can move your services to the cloud whenever the time is right for your organization.
Benefits Galore
Flex customers gain access to additional pieces of the Cisco portfolio that they may not have had access to with SWSS. These helpful tools include items like messaging with Webex App, Device Registration, and Emergency Responder that can all add value for your team. The best part? You get access to these services for free – making Flex a great value.
Ready for Hybrid Work
From a planning perspective, Flex gives customers a predictable cost every month for the services they require. Customers can dial their licensing up or down if they have more or fewer users, an important feature in today’s hybrid work environments. This allows customers to stay ahead of any workforce fluctuations and accommodate the needs of hybrid workers through flexible licensing and cloud-based services that can be delivered anywhere.
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