What is the difference between a User, a Subscription, and a Plan?
User:
This section contains the comprehensive details pertaining to the subscriber.
First thing that's created when someone first signs into Connect
Where the user's personal details are kept, such as:
Name
Email address
Physical address
Date of birth
A user can have multiple subscriptions
Subscription:
The subscription encompasses the SIM card and the associated phone number, establishing a direct connection to both the user and the selected service plan.
What the SIM and phone number are connected to
Only 1 SIM can be active on a subscription at a time
Can only have 1 plan active at a time
Plan:
The plan outlines the specific usage allotment, which includes the amount of talk time, text messages, and data that a user is entitled to. Additionally, it specifies the various services available under the plan, such as voice calls, SMS, and internet access. It alsoΩ establishes the cost associated with these services, ensuring that users are aware of their financial obligations for each billing cycle.
Determines the:
Services that are available
The usage that's available
The frequency of the billing cycle
The cost per billing cycle