Create External Parameter

An external parameter is a user-defined identifier that is mapped to platform entities such as Accounts, SIMs, Plans, Products and Packages. External parameters play a crucial role in organizing and categorizing accounts, plans and assigned SIMs.

A screen capture of the Parameter page is shown here.

NOTE: Select the appropriate sub-category in Step 3 to create an external parameter.

To create an External Parameter, do these steps:

1. Select Settings from the sidebar navigation menu.
2. Select the External Parameters tab to display the External Parameters table.
3. Select one of the appropriate sub-categories:
   • Account
   • SIM
   • Plan
   • Product
   • Package
4. Click the + sign on the header. The Create Account External Parameter dialog box is displayed.
5. Type an External Parameter Name*.
6. Type a Display Name*for the external parameter.
7. Add a description for the external parameter (optional)
8. Check the Searchable option to display the parameter in the system search results..
9. Click Create to update the Account External Parameter table.
10. Click Submit to update system.