Coterming subscriptions

Coterming and alignment

Coterming and alignment are common practices used in subscription and contract management to simplify billing and renewal processes. Coterming means adjusting the end dates of multiple contracts or subscriptions so they all renew at the same time. This helps reduce administrative effort, creates a more predictable billing cycle, and makes it easier for customers to manage their services under one renewal date.

Alignment

Alignment refers to synchronizing contract terms, pricing structures, or service periods across products or accounts. For example, when a customer adds new licenses mid-term, those licenses may be aligned to the existing agreement so all services follow the same timeline. Together, coterming and alignment improve operational efficiency, provide a better customer experience, and support clearer financial planning for both vendors and customers.

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Note

Coterming is a specific type of alignment but not all alignment is coterming

Use cases

Refer to the following guides for the implementation details for specific use cases.