How do Phased Subscription Types work?

How do Phased Subscription Types work?

This form allows you to create a new subscription type but includes an advanced feature for managing different phases of the subscription. Each phase allows the subscription to adapt or change its terms over time. Here’s a breakdown of each section and field in this form:

Details Section

• Subscription Name: Enter the name for this subscription type.

• Description: Provide a brief description of what the subscription includes and any other relevant information.

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Phases Section

This section is designed to handle multiple periods or stages in the subscription lifecycle, each with different settings.

1. Duration and Type:

   • Type: Choose the type of phase, such as "Expiring," where this phase’s settings will end after a specific number of orders.

2. Pricing:

   1. Pricing Engine: Allows you to set a pricing structure for your sub-type. This field determines how the price of the subscription is calculated.

   Engine Name	Description	Example
   Fixed Base Price	A set price for the subscription.	E.g. every order will be priced at £30 regardless of contents.
   Bulk Order Discount	A set price, which is % discounted based on the number of SKUs added	E.g. £30 subscription, gets 10% off if 5 SKUs are added, 20% for 10 SKUs.
   Product Volume Discount	All individual SKU prices are added up, and then £ discount is deducted based on the number of SKUs added from specified collections.	E.g. the subscription has different order sizes S/M/L/XL, base pricing depends on how many SKUs you add. Depending on which size subscription you purchase, you get a select £ discount.
   Multiple Product Collection	All individual SKU prices are added up, and depending on which combinations of product collections are added to a customer basket, different £ discounts get applied.	E.g. if a customer buys 2 SKUs from Collection 1, and 1 SKU from Collection 2, they will get a £5 discount.

   1. Prepaid Orders:

      1. Quantity: Define how many orders can be prepaid under this phase.

3. Delivery Frequency:

   • Frequency: Specify how often deliveries are made, such as monthly, weekly, etc.

4. Products:

   • Add Selection: Choose specific products or product collections that customers can select during this phase of the subscription.

5. Preset Order Items:

   • Add Preset Order Items: Define preselected groupings of products that are bundled together as a standard option for subscribers.

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6. Add Phase Button:

   • This button allows you to add additional phases, each with its own unique settings and rules, enabling the subscription to evolve or respond to different market conditions or customer behaviours.

The form’s layout and features allow for complex subscription models that can change dynamically, accommodating various business strategies and customer needs. It’s particularly useful for businesses offering services or products that may require adjustments in pricing, delivery, or content over time.