Cisco Unified Communications Microservices Infrastructure Subscription
This Cisco subscription provides essential microservices infrastructure for your Unified Communications platform, ensuring continued operation and feature access for your business.
- Subscription Term: Annual billing for predictable IT budgeting and operational expenses.
- Feature Access: Unlocks critical microservices for enhanced communication platform functionality.
- Compliance Assurance: Maintains adherence to Cisco software licensing requirements.
- Operational Continuity: Guarantees access to necessary infrastructure components for uninterrupted service.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco Unified Communications subscription licenses the Microservices Infrastructure (SMI) component, per cluster, including Software Image Activator (SIA). It is designed to provide the foundational software elements necessary for the operation and management of advanced Cisco collaboration services.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market organizations utilize this licensing to ensure their Cisco collaboration environment remains compliant, up-to-date, and fully functional. It integrates into existing Cisco Unified Communications deployments, supporting core communication workflows.
- Microservices Infrastructure: Provides the core software components for Cisco's collaboration services.
- Per Cluster Licensing: Scales licensing based on the number of communication clusters deployed.
- Software Image Activator (SIA): Facilitates the deployment and management of software images.
- Subscription Billing: Offers a predictable, recurring cost model for IT budget management.
- Compliance and Support: Ensures the environment meets Cisco's licensing terms and provides access to necessary updates.
This Cisco subscription is the right choice for SMB and mid-market teams needing to maintain a compliant and fully operational Unified Communications environment without the overhead of traditional perpetual licensing.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Collaboration Features
Enable teams to utilize the full suite of Cisco Unified Communications features by ensuring the underlying microservices infrastructure is properly licensed and active. This supports enhanced collaboration and productivity across the organization.
on-premises deployments, hybrid cloud environments, managed IT infrastructure, business continuity planning
Streamline Software Management
Streamline the deployment and management of Cisco collaboration software images with the included Software Image Activator (SIA). This simplifies updates and ensures consistency across your communication clusters.
multi-cluster environments, IT infrastructure modernization, operational efficiency initiatives, change management processes
Automate Compliance and Licensing
Automate compliance with Cisco's licensing requirements by subscribing to the necessary microservices infrastructure. This eliminates the risk of licensing lapses and associated penalties, ensuring your IT environment is audit-ready.
regulatory compliance adherence, IT asset management, risk mitigation strategies, predictable IT spending
Key Features
Cisco Unified Communications Microservices Infrastructure (SMI)
Provides the core software components necessary for advanced Cisco collaboration features, ensuring a functional and feature-rich communication platform.
Per Cluster Licensing
Allows for scalable licensing that aligns with the number of communication clusters deployed, optimizing cost based on your specific infrastructure footprint.
Software Image Activator (SIA)
Simplifies the process of deploying and managing software images, reducing complexity and potential errors in system updates.
Subscription Billing Model
Offers predictable, recurring costs that aid in IT budget planning and management, avoiding large upfront capital expenditures.
Cisco Software Compliance
Ensures your organization adheres to Cisco's licensing terms, mitigating risks of audits and potential penalties.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require highly reliable and secure communication systems to manage client interactions and internal operations, often with strict compliance mandates.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers depend on consistent and secure communication for patient care coordination and administrative functions, often needing to meet HIPAA compliance standards.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services organizations need secure, confidential, and efficient communication tools to manage client cases and internal collaboration, with data privacy being paramount.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers require robust communication systems for operational coordination, supply chain management, and internal collaboration, where downtime can significantly impact production.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco Unified Communications Microservices Infrastructure (SMI)?
SMI refers to the collection of software services that underpin Cisco's modern collaboration and communication platforms. This subscription licenses those essential services for your deployment.
What does 'Per Cluster' licensing mean?
This means the license is counted based on each distinct cluster of Cisco Unified Communications servers you operate. It provides a clear metric for scaling your licensing needs.
Is this a perpetual license or a subscription?
This is a subscription license, billed on a recurring basis, typically annually. This model provides ongoing access to the software and its updates.
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.