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New software licenses for PTC’s core solutions and ThingWorx® industrial innovation platform are available only by subscription in North America and Europe as of January 1, 2018, and will be effective globally January 1, 2019 with a few exceptions.* Customers globally will be able to continue to use their existing perpetual licenses and renew support on active perpetual licenses.
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What is Subscription
Subscription is a way to access PTC software licenses in a pay-as-you-go model rather than access by one large upfront cost. When you subscribe to PTC software, you’ll also get:
- New releases, ongoing maintenance and security updates to keep you up and running
- Ability to change capabilities so that you can access only the software you need, when you need it
- eLearning content to access training on demand and improve your skills at your own pace
- Assisted support with remote desktop diagnostics from certified and multi-language support engineers, and eSupport
- Smart connected and proactive support to pinpoint problems sooner, see trends, and operate more efficiently
Why Customers Prefer to Subscribe
Customers purchasing subscriptions benefit from:
- Faster Innovation Cycles: New products and enhancements released in shorter cycles
- Shared Commitment to Success: Proactive support, eLearning, and services ensure success
- Flexibility and Lower Upfront Costs: Scale up or change capabilities to meet your business needs
- Cloud Deployment Options: Optional cloud deployment to lower IT-related costs
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*Subscription policy for new licenses excludes Kepware at this time.
The exceptions noted above where PTC has not announced plans for a complete transition from perpetual licensing to subscription are China, Korea, Taiwan, Russia, Turkey, and India
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