Generating SIM Cards for Prepaid or Postpaid Services in BRM

Overview

This knowledge base article provides a detailed guide on generating SIM cards for either prepaid or postpaid services using the Billing and Revenue Management (BRM) system. Generating SIM cards is a crucial task for telecom operators to ensure they have the necessary inventory to support new and existing customers. This guide will navigate you through each step of the SIM generation process within the BRM interface.

Solution

Step 1: Accessing BRM UI

• Begin by logging into the BRM User Interface (UI).
• Navigate to Inventory > Inventory Batch Management.
  

Step 2: Initiating SIM Generation

• Click on the Generate Inventory Batch option to start the process of creating new SIM cards.
  

Step 3: Specifying SIM Details

• For the Inventory Group, select Mobile.
• In the Inventory Subgroup, choose SIM.
  

Step 4: Selecting Warehouse and Generation Type

• Choose a warehouse from the dropdown list based on your logistical preferences.
• Decide on the generation type—either by Range or Quantity—depending on how many SIM cards you need to generate.
  
  
  • For this example, we are selecting Quantity and specifying the number as 1.
    
    

Step 5: Providing Batch Details

• Although the description is optional, it's recommended to include one to differentiate this batch from others easily.
  

Step 6: Choosing SIM Type

• Scroll down to the section for SIM type and select either PREPAID or POSTPAID based on the service you're generating the SIM for.
  
  
  • In this example, we're selecting PREPAID.

Step 7: Entering KI Details

• Continue to scroll until you find the field for KI (Key Identifier) and input the necessary details for the KI.
  

Step 8: Generating the Batch

• Click on Generate. This action will create your batch and generate the SIM(s) within the selected warehouse.
  

Step 9: Completion

• Upon successful generation, you will receive a batch number. The generated SIM(s) will now be available for allocation and activation based on their designated service type.

Summary

This article has outlined the steps required to generate SIM cards for either prepaid or postpaid services within the BRM system. From accessing the BRM UI to selecting specific SIM types and finalizing the generation process, each step ensures that telecom operators can efficiently manage their SIM card inventory.

FAQs

Q: Can I generate multiple SIMs in a single batch? Yes, by selecting Quantity in the generation type and specifying the number, you can generate multiple SIMs in one batch.

Q: How can I track the generated SIM cards? The batch number provided upon generation allows you to track and manage the generated SIM cards within the BRM system.

Q: Can the generated SIM cards be used for both prepaid and postpaid services? Yes, during the generation process, you can specify whether the SIM cards are for prepaid or postpaid services, depending on your requirements.

By following these steps, telecom operators can ensure they have a streamlined process for generating SIM cards, thereby supporting their operational needs and customer service goals.