Käyttäjäperusteita

Käyttäjäperusteita is a Finnish term that translates to "user-based" or "per user" in English. It refers to a pricing model or licensing structure where the cost or entitlement is determined by the number of individuals who will use a particular product, service, or software. This is a common approach in software licensing, where companies often charge a per-user fee for access and usage rights.

In a user-based model, each individual who needs to access or utilize the system is counted, and the total price is calculated by multiplying the per-user cost by the number of users. This can be beneficial for smaller organizations or teams as it allows them to scale their costs according to their actual user count. Conversely, for larger organizations, the cumulative cost can become significant.

This model is distinct from other pricing strategies such as site licenses (where a single fee covers all users at a location) or concurrent user licenses (where the fee is based on the maximum number of users accessing simultaneously). The user-based approach emphasizes individual access and is often implemented through subscription services or perpetual licenses where the number of licensed users is explicitly defined. When implementing a user-based system, organizations must carefully track and manage their user accounts to ensure compliance with licensing agreements and to control costs effectively.