Name: First Steps, Big Impact: Getting Started with OpenLM Platform
Start: 2026-04-22T10:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-04-22T17:00:00+00:00
Location: OpenLM

DUG Insight License Management with OpenLM

DUG Insight, developed by DUG Technology, is a high-performance seismic interpretation and processing suite used by geoscientists for complex subsurface imaging and analysis. Because DUG Insight is often deployed in resource-heavy environments—ranging from individual workstations to massive High-Performance Computing (HPC) clusters—managing its specialized licensing is crucial to maintaining operational efficiency and controlling costs.

OpenLM provides a comprehensive solution for DUG Insight License Management, offering real-time visibility into how these high-value licenses are being utilized across your organization.

DUG Insight License Manager

Understanding the platform: What is DUG Insight License Manager

DUG Insight utilizes a proprietary DUG Insight License Manager to handle its multi-user and floating license entitlements. The system typically relies on “licence tokens” that can be activated online or via email. While the built-in manager allows users to view active licenses and configure proxy settings, it lacks the advanced analytics and historical reporting needed for enterprise-level optimization.

Key licensing challenges include:

Module-based complexity: Users often require specific modules (e.g., Explorationist, Gather Attributes, or FWI) which carry different cost structures and seat counts.
Global distribution: Seismic projects often span multiple time zones and regions, making it difficult to track who is holding a license during off-peak hours.
HPC integration: Managing licenses that are checked out for long-running batch processing on the DUG HPC Cloud versus interactive sessions on-premise.

OpenLM’s solution for DUG Insight

OpenLM interfaces directly with the DUG Insight license manager through the OpenLM Broker. By querying the license manager’s status and parsing its output, OpenLM provides a unified view of your seismic software inventory.

OpenLM capability	Value for DUG Insight License Management
Real-time token Tracking	Monitor the checkout and check-in of DUG Insight tokens as they happen, ensuring no licenses are “orphaned” by crashed sessions.
Historical usage analytics	Generate heatmaps and charts showing peak usage periods, helping you decide if you need to purchase more modules or if you are currently over-licensed.
Centralized administration	View DUG Insight alongside other geoscience tools (like Petrel or Kingdom), providing a holistic view of your exploration software stack.
Idle session detection	Identify interactive sessions where DUG Insight is open but not performing active calculations, allowing for better redistribution of seats.

Benefits of managing DUG Insight with OpenLM

By implementing OpenLM for your DUG Insight License Manager, your organization can transition from reactive troubleshooting to proactive software asset management.

Optimization of high-cost modules

Advanced modules like Full Waveform Inversion (FWI) represent a significant investment. OpenLM allows you to track the usage of these specific features independently, ensuring that only the teams that truly need them are utilizing the allocated seats.

Improved user productivity

When an interpreter is denied a license, their workflow stops. OpenLM’s License Availability Notifications alert users the moment a seat becomes free, minimizing downtime. Furthermore, administrators can see who is currently using a license, facilitating internal communication to “borrow” a seat for urgent tasks.

Data-driven renewals

Stop relying on anecdotal evidence for your next contract renewal. OpenLM provides accurate “true denial” reports and utilization percentages, giving your procurement team the leverage needed to negotiate licenses based on actual demand rather than estimated seat counts.

Note: For organizations running DUG Insight on the DUG HPC Cloud, OpenLM can help bridge the gap between cloud-based consumption and on-premise license pools, ensuring your hybrid environment remains compliant and cost-effective.