Does your EPLAN license strategy support efficient engineering or hold it back?
EPLAN software is a key tool for many engineering enterprises. But without the right license strategy, even powerful software can slow teams down. This is where software license optimization makes the difference.
Many enterprises buy more licenses than they need, or the wrong types. This leads to wasted budgets and unavailable licenses during busy periods. With Open iT, software license optimization becomes a data-driven process. It helps organizations align their EPLAN license usage with real-world needs.
What does EPLAN offer today?
Enterprises using EPLAN often struggle to optimize different license types. Each model has its pros and cons, and without clear data, it’s easy to misjudge usage.
Common EPLAN License Types Enterprises Use:
- Standalone licenses – installed on one machine. Easy to deploy but hard to track across teams.
- Network (Floating) licenses – shared across users via EPLAN License Manager (ELM). They offer flexibility but limited insight into who is using what.
- Subscription licenses – assigned per user. Often include updates, but usage can be unclear without monitoring.
- Trial / Education licenses – used for testing and training. But reporting can skew when mixed with production use.
These models serve different needs. But without visibility, enterprises often ask:
- Are our floating licenses used maximized or left idle?
- Are standalone or named licenses used at all?
- Are we overspending on unused features or editions?
That’s where Open iT helps. By showing how each EPLAN license is truly used, it supports smarter, cost-effective decisions.
How Open iT supports EPLAN optimization
How does EPLAN License Manager work?
EPLAN License Manager (ELM) helps teams share floating licenses across users. We install it as a Windows service and connect to client machines on the network.
Core Features of ELM:
- Central license control from a central server
- Live Monitoring
- License borrowing for offline use
- Logging for audits and compliance
- Scalable setup across departments
While ELM improves access, it doesn’t provide long-term usage trends or usage patterns. That’s where Open iT adds value.
How does Open iT support EPLAN License Manager?
Open iT’s LicenseAnalyzer™ works alongside ELM to provide in-depth visibility and reporting. It helps enterprises take control of their EPLAN license environment.
Key Benefits of the Open iT + ELM Integration
| License Optimization | ✓ |
| Cost Savings | ✓ |
| Audit-Ready Compliance | ✓ |
| Real-Time Dashboards | ✓ |
| Custom Reporting | ✓ |
| Automated Data Flow | ✓ |
License Optimization
Open iT shows unused licenses and idle sessions. This helps you reassign or cut back on extra capacity.
Cost Savings
Usage trends help make better buying and renewal choices. This often lowers costs while keeping access intact.
Audit-Ready Compliance
Accurate records help with vendor audits and internal policy reviews.
Real-Time Dashboards
Track usage by team, time zone, or region—on one screen.
Custom Reporting
Reports can highlight daily use, monthly trends, or team specifics. This makes them valuable for IT, compliance, or procurement teams.
Automated Data Flow
Automated data collection and reporting both save time and improve accuracy.
With Open iT and ELM working together, enterprises get more from every EPLAN license—less guesswork, more control.
Optimize EPLAN Licensing: From strategy to results
Getting more value from EPLAN doesn’t mean buying more licenses. It means making better decisions.
Open iT gives enterprises the data to align license access with engineering demand. From planning to renewal, it helps make licensing a strategic asset, not just a technical task.
Explore the Open iT Solutions that support effective license strategies tailored to EPLAN and other engineering software.
Ready to optimize your EPLAN licensing? Let’s talk before your next renewal.
