Cisco Industrial IoT Software Subscription 5-Year
This Cisco software subscription provides essential licensing for industrial IoT deployments over a 5-year term, ensuring continued access to critical network management capabilities.
- License Term: 5-year subscription for predictable budgeting and long-term operational planning.
- Industrial IoT Focus: Enables specific Cisco software features tailored for industrial environments and IoT device management.
- Ratable Billing: Subscription model allows for flexible scaling and cost management based on usage.
- Compliance and Access: Ensures your industrial IoT infrastructure remains compliant and has access to necessary software features and updates.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco WPA (Wireless and Port Access) platform software license is a 5-year subscription specifically designed for Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) deployments. It provides ratable access to essential software capabilities required to manage and secure connected devices within industrial operational technology environments.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in manufacturing, logistics, and other industrial sectors utilize this subscription to ensure their IIoT infrastructure is properly licensed, compliant, and equipped with the necessary software features for secure and efficient operation. It integrates with Cisco's network management platforms to provide visibility and control over IIoT devices.
- Platform Licensing: Unlocks specific software features and capabilities for Cisco network platforms.
- Industrial IoT Optimized: Tailored for the unique demands of operational technology and connected industrial devices.
- Subscription Term: A 5-year license term provides long-term planning and cost predictability.
- Ratable Billing: Pay-as-you-go or usage-based billing model offers financial flexibility.
- Compliance Assurance: Ensures your IIoT network adheres to software licensing requirements and vendor support policies.
This Cisco software subscription is ideal for SMB and mid-market organizations seeking to license and manage their industrial IoT networks effectively over a defined period.
What This Enables
Enable Secure Industrial IoT Device Management
Enable teams to securely onboard, monitor, and manage a growing number of industrial IoT devices. Streamline the deployment and lifecycle management of connected sensors, actuators, and control systems within operational environments.
manufacturing facilities, logistics hubs, energy grids, smart city infrastructure
Ensure Regulatory Compliance for IIoT
Maintain compliance with industry-specific regulations and Cisco's software licensing requirements for industrial networks. Protect against potential fines and operational disruptions by ensuring all IIoT software is properly licensed and supported.
regulated manufacturing, critical infrastructure, industrial automation systems, supply chain operations
Optimize IIoT Network Performance and Uptime
Automate software updates and access to performance-enhancing features for industrial network devices. Minimize downtime by ensuring continuous access to the latest software versions and support for your IIoT infrastructure.
production lines, warehouse automation, remote asset monitoring, process control systems
Key Features
5-Year Subscription Term
Provides long-term predictability for software licensing costs and ensures continuous access to features for strategic planning.
Industrial IoT (IIoT) Specific Licensing
Unlocks software capabilities specifically designed and optimized for the unique demands of operational technology and industrial environments.
Ratable Billing Model
Allows for flexible cost management and scaling based on actual usage, aligning expenses with operational needs.
Platform Software Access
Grants entitlement to essential software features and functionalities required for managing and securing Cisco network platforms in IIoT deployments.
Compliance Assurance
Ensures that your IIoT network infrastructure operates in accordance with Cisco's licensing policies and relevant industry standards.
Industry Applications
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial IoT is fundamental to modern manufacturing for automation, predictive maintenance, and supply chain visibility, requiring specialized software for device management and operational control.
Energy & Utilities
This sector relies heavily on IIoT for managing distributed assets like power grids, pipelines, and renewable energy sources, necessitating secure and reliable network software.
Transportation & Logistics
IIoT enables real-time tracking, fleet management, and warehouse automation, making robust software licensing crucial for operational efficiency and supply chain integrity.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
While not its primary focus, IIoT is growing in healthcare for medical device monitoring and hospital infrastructure management, where compliance and secure data handling are paramount.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco WPA?
Cisco WPA typically refers to Wireless and Port Access solutions. This specific license is for software enabling Industrial IoT (IIoT) functionalities within these Cisco platforms.
What does 'Ratable' mean in this context?
Ratable billing means the cost is based on usage or consumption. This allows for flexible scaling and cost management as your IIoT deployment evolves.
Is this license tied to specific hardware?
While the license enables features on Cisco platforms, the MPN suggests it is a software subscription for IIoT purposes, generally applicable to compatible Cisco industrial networking hardware.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
Medium — IT-assisted
Fulfillment
Digital Delivery
License keys / portal provisioning
Support Model
Zent Networks Managed
Renewal, add-license, and lifecycle management included
Subscription Terms
Cancellation
Cancel anytime — no charge on next cycle
You may cancel this subscription at any time. Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period. You will not be charged for the following billing cycle. Access remains active through the end of the paid term.
Returns
Subscription licenses are non-refundable
Digital software licenses and SaaS subscriptions cannot be returned once activated or provisioned. Contact a Zent Networks account manager if you have questions before purchasing.