The SIM template collects the minimum information for each installed software item across your environment. Once uploaded, the platform processes the file to generate a normalized inventory and applies automated enrichment.
The template can be downloaded here.
The SIM template contains four required columns:
| Column Name | Description |
|---|---|
| device_name | Name of the device the software is installed on. If device name is sensitive or irrelevant, you may spoof this with any unique/random identifier. |
| software_name | The raw name of the software, exactly as reported by your discovery tool. |
| software_version | The full version string as captured during discovery (e.g., 10.3.1, 2022 R2). |
| software_publisher | Publisher or vendor name (e.g., Microsoft Corporation, Oracle). |
⚠️ Important:
Complete the template by filling in the data section below line 8:
Remove all example data included in the template before submission.
Ensure column headers remain unchanged
Tips for Submission
- Do not filter or exclude entries manually. Submit the full export, including agents, drivers, or system software — SIM will automatically filter and normalize the data.
- Ensure consistent formatting. Values should be raw, exactly as reported by your discovery tool.
Once completed, save the file as a .csv and upload it through the SIM interface. The platform will handle normalization, enrichment, and prepare the data for reporting and licensing optimization.