SIM organisation
Within the CSL SIM Insight platform, SIMs are managed using a group-based model. Rather than configuring each SIM individually, SIMs are placed into Groups that define how they behave and how they are managed.
Why Groups Are Used
Groups allow you to manage SIMs consistently and at scale. Instead of applying settings one SIM at a time, configuration is controlled at group level.
Each group defines a combination of operational settings, including:
- Tariff rules
- Regional restrictions
- Bundle allowances
- Warning thresholds
- Cut-off limits
This structure removes the need to manage these parameters individually and ensures consistency across your SIM estate.
SIM Lifecycle and Groups
SIMs typically move through different stages during their lifecycle. For example:
- Held in stock (non-chargeable)
- Test or commissioning phase
- Fully deployed and chargeable
- Suspended or deactivated
Groups are used to represent these operational stages.
When SIMs are ordered, they are placed into a Pending Group by default. This group usually allows limited usage so SIMs can be tested without immediately entering a fully chargeable live state.
Activating a SIM
In its simplest form, activation involves moving a SIM from the Pending group into an appropriate Live group.
This action is performed through the SIM Action page of the platform.

Automatic Activation
For some SIM types, an automatic activation option may be available.
In this scenario, a SIM can automatically move from the Pending group into a predefined activation group once a configured test allowance is exceeded. This is typically triggered when the SIM is deployed into its operational environment.
The group-based structure is central to how the platform operates and forms the foundation for efficient management of large SIM estates.