Recurrent Tiered Charge

The OCS.io provides the capability to apply charges based on the usage quantity of a certain type, such as calls to off-net destinations. This functionality allows service providers to configure tiered charging, where charges are applicable depending on the usage tier and unit.

With tiered charging, service providers can define multiple tiers and associate a specific charge with each tier and unit range. For example, they can charge the usage quantity between 0 and 1000 units as 0.20 EUR, between 1001 and 5000 units as 0.15 EUR, and quantities exceeding 5000 units as 0.10 EUR. This granular configuration allows for precise pricing based on usage volume, providing customers with flexible options and optimizing revenue generation for the service provider.

The charge application is built on the foundation of the "Recurrent Balance" service, which enables the monitoring and control of expenses for specific types of usage. By leveraging the capabilities of the Recurrent Balance feature, service providers can implement the tiered charging mechanism and link it to the appropriate balance type.

The additional configuration options within the Recurrent Balance service complement the charge application based on usage quantity. Service providers can define the validity period of the balance, rollover options for unconsumed units, and the priority of rolled-over unit consumption. They can also configure threshold-based notifications to inform customers about their balance status.

Key features of the Recurrent Tiered Charge functionality include:

  1. Tier Configuration: Service providers can define multiple tiers and associate a specific charge with each tier and unit range. This granular configuration allows for precise pricing based on usage volume, providing customers with flexible options and optimizing revenue generation for the service provider.

  2. Balance Integration: The charge application is built on the foundation of the Recurrent Balance service, which enables the monitoring and control of expenses for specific types of usage. By leveraging the capabilities of the Recurrent Balance feature, service providers can implement the tiered charging mechanism and link it to the appropriate balance type.

  3. Validity Period Configuration: Service providers can set the validity period for the Balance, determining how long the balance remains available. For example, balance for calls to off-net destinations can be valid for a specific time frame, such as 30 days from the activation or renewal date.

  4. Rollover Options: Service providers can configure whether unconsumed balance is rolled over to the next period and, if so, for how long. This allows customers to carry forward unused balance and maximize their usage over an extended period.

  5. Priority of Consumption: In cases where rollover balance is available, service providers can set the priority of consumption for rolled-over balance. For example, they can prioritize the usage of newly allocated balance before utilizing any carried-forward balance, ensuring that customers fully utilize the most recent allocations first.

  6. Threshold-Based Notifications: The system allows the configuration of up to three independent notifications based on predefined threshold levels, such as 0%, 80%, and 100% utilization. These notifications can be delivered via various channels, such as SMS or email, helping customers stay informed about their usage and make informed decisions.

  7. Real-Time Monitoring: The system provides real-time monitoring of the balance, ensuring that any usage is immediately reflected in the balance. This allows for accurate and up-to-date tracking of the available balance.

  8. Usage Rejection Configuration: Service providers can configure whether the usage of a certain type is rejected if the balance is exhausted. This allows them to define the behavior when the allocated balance is fully consumed.