Licensing should fit the workflow
For engineering teams, productivity is not only about the software capabilities themselves. It also depends on how the software is licensed. PCB-Investigator offers three licensing models designed to support different work environments: SOD (Software on Demand), Floating, and Dongle.
That matters especially for distributed teams, home office setups, and organizations with changing users or strict security requirements. A licensing model that matches your infrastructure can improve access, reduce friction, and make license usage far more efficient.
Three models for three very different scenarios
SOD is the most flexible option for teams working across locations. Licenses are provided and managed over the internet, allowing users to access them from anywhere. This supports centralized management, strong scalability, and detailed reporting.
Floating is a strong fit for companies operating within an internal network. Licenses are checked out from a shared pool as long as the local license server is reachable. This is a practical way to maximize utilization without assigning a separate license to every user.
Dongle is a hardware-bound solution for single-seat scenarios or highly secure environments. The license is tied directly to a USB dongle and works without dependence on internet access or external server infrastructure.
The best license model is not the one with the most technology around it. It is the one that fits your organization, your security requirements, and your daily workflow.
Key benefits at a glance
- SOD: global access, centralized administration, strong scalability
- Floating: efficient internal sharing, no public internet required, easy license pooling
- Dongle: maximum independence from networks, strong hardware-based protection
If you are evaluating licensing for PCB analysis software, it is worth comparing the options carefully. Explore the PCB-Investigator licensing models and choose the setup that best supports your engineering team.
