SW-SAAS-COMP-001
Service Component - Communications
Version
1.0
Owner
SaaS Service Manager
Effective Date
2025-01-15
Review Date
2026-01-15
Service Component - Communications
Document ID: SW-SAAS-COMP-001
Parent Service Description: SW-SAAS-SVC-001
Date: 2025-01-15
Version: 1.0
Classification: Confidential
1. Component Overview
1.1. Purpose
This Service Component document provides detailed specifications for the Swedwise Communications component of the Swedwise SaaS Platform. Communications enables high-volume, personalized document generation powered by OpenText Communications (Exstream).
1.2. Document Hierarchy
SW-SAAS-SVC-001 (Platform Service Description)
└── Service Components
├── SW-SAAS-COMP-001 (This Document - Communications)
├── SW-SAAS-COMP-002 (Notifications)
└── [Future Components]
SW-SAAS-ARCH-001 (Platform Architecture)
└── Architecture Addendums
├── SW-SAAS-ARCH-COMP-001 (Communications Architecture)
└── SW-SAAS-ARCH-COMP-002 (Notifications Architecture)
1.3. Component Summary
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Component Name | Swedwise Communications |
| Technology | OpenText Communications (Exstream) v24.x |
| Category | Customer Communications Management (CCM) |
| Purpose | High-volume document generation and personalization |
| Related Architecture | SW-SAAS-ARCH-COMP-001 |
2. Component Description
2.1. What is Swedwise Communications?
Swedwise Communications is an enterprise-grade document generation service that enables organizations to create, manage, and deliver personalized, data-driven documents at scale. Built on OpenText Communications (Exstream), it provides:
- High-Volume Processing: Generate thousands of documents per hour
- Template-Based Design: Visual designer for business users
- Data-Driven Personalization: Dynamic content based on customer data
- Multi-Format Output: PDF, HTML, print formats, and more
2.2. Core Capabilities
| Capability | Description |
|---|---|
| Document Generation | High-volume, batch and real-time document creation |
| Template Designer | Web-based visual template design tool |
| Data Integration | Connect to customer data sources via API |
| Business Rules | Conditional content based on data values |
| Multi-Format Output | PDF, PDF/A, HTML, RTF, PostScript, PCL, AFP |
| Version Control | Template versioning and rollback |
| Brand Management | Centralized brand assets and styles |
2.3. Target Use Cases
Transactional Documents:
- Invoices and billing statements
- Account statements
- Payment confirmations
- Policy documents
- Contracts and agreements
Regulatory Communications:
- Compliance notices
- Disclosure documents
- Annual reports
- Legal correspondence
Customer Service:
- Welcome letters
- Confirmation letters
- Acknowledgments
- Status updates
3. Service Features
3.1. Document Generation
Real-Time Generation (API)
- Generate documents on-demand via REST API
- Response times: < 5 seconds (p95)
- Synchronous response with document URL
- Suitable for: transactional, on-demand documents
Batch Generation
- Process large volumes efficiently
- Asynchronous processing with status callbacks
- Throughput: 500+ documents/hour
- Suitable for: statements, bulk mailings, periodic reports
3.2. Template Designer
OpenText Designer is a professional template design tool:
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Visual Editor | Drag-and-drop interface |
| Data Mapping | Connect template fields to data sources |
| Preview | Real-time preview with sample data |
| Testing | Test generation before deployment |
| Publishing | Deploy to production with version control |
System Requirements:
- Windows 10/11 or Windows Server 2016+
- 8 GB RAM (16 GB recommended)
- 10 GB free disk space
- .NET Framework 4.8+
3.3. Output Formats
| Format | Extension | Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| Digital delivery, email attachment | ||
| PDF/A | Long-term archival, compliance | |
| HTML | .html | Web display, email body |
| RTF | .rtf | Editable documents |
| PostScript | .ps | Professional printing |
| PCL | .pcl | Office printing |
| AFP | .afp | High-volume production printing |
3.4. Data Integration
Supported Data Formats:
- JSON (recommended)
- XML
- CSV (batch processing)
- Database queries (via Integration Broker)
Data Source Integration:
- REST API data submission
- SFTP file upload
- Scheduled data pulls (Enterprise tier)
4. Service Levels
4.1. Availability
| Metric | Target |
|---|---|
| Service Availability | 99.9% (excludes planned maintenance) |
| Planned Maintenance | Weekly window: Wed 22:00-02:00 CET |
4.2. Performance
| Metric | Target |
|---|---|
| API Response Time (Single Doc) | < 5 seconds (p95) |
| Batch Throughput | >= 500 documents/hour |
| Template Load Time | < 2 seconds |
| Job Queue Wait Time | < 60 seconds |
4.3. Success Rates
| Metric | Target |
|---|---|
| Document Generation Success | >= 99.9% |
| Template Deployment Success | >= 99.5% |
5. Quotas and Limits
5.1. Document Limits
| Limit | Standard | Enterprise |
|---|---|---|
| Documents per Month | 100,000 | 1,000,000+ |
| Max Document Size | 50 MB | 100 MB |
| Max Pages per Document | 500 | 1,000 |
| Max Batch Size | 1,000 | 5,000 |
5.2. Template Limits
| Limit | Standard | Enterprise |
|---|---|---|
| Active Templates | 50 | 500 |
| Template Storage | 5 GB | 50 GB |
| Template Versions | 10 per template | 50 per template |
5.3. API Limits
| Limit | Standard | Enterprise |
|---|---|---|
| API Rate Limit | 100 req/min | 1,000 req/min |
| Concurrent Batch Jobs | 5 | 20 |
6. Pricing
6.1. Pricing Model
Communications is priced based on:
- Base Subscription: Monthly platform fee
- Document Volume: Per-document charges for generation
- Storage: Template and output storage
6.2. Pricing Tiers
| Tier | Monthly Fee | Included Documents | Additional Docs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starter | 15,000 SEK | 10,000 | 1.00 SEK/doc |
| Standard | 35,000 SEK | 50,000 | 0.50 SEK/doc |
| Enterprise | Custom | Custom | Custom |
6.3. Add-On Services
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Designer License | 5,000 SEK/user/month |
| Additional Storage (10 GB) | 500 SEK/month |
| Premium Support | +25% of base |
For detailed pricing, see SW-SAAS-PRC-001 and SW-SAAS-PRC-COMP-001.
7. Onboarding
7.1. Onboarding Steps
-
Tenant Setup (Week 1)
- Production and development tenants created
- Access credentials provisioned
- Initial configuration completed
-
Designer Setup (Week 1-2)
- Designer software installed
- Connection to tenant configured
- Sample templates provided
-
Template Development (Week 2-8)
- Templates designed and developed
- Testing with sample data
- Review and approval
-
Integration (Week 4-8)
- API integration developed
- Batch processing configured
- End-to-end testing
-
Go-Live (Week 8-10)
- Production deployment
- Hypercare monitoring
- Handover to BAU support
For detailed onboarding, see SW-SAAS-ONB-001 and SW-SAAS-ONB-COMP-001.
8. Support
8.1. Support Scope
Included in Support:
- Document generation issues
- API connectivity and errors
- Template deployment issues
- Performance troubleshooting
- Configuration assistance
Not Included:
- Template design and development (Professional Services)
- Custom integration development (Professional Services)
- Training beyond standard courses (Training Services)
8.2. Response Times
| Severity | Initial Response | Target Resolution |
|---|---|---|
| Critical | 15 minutes | 4 hours |
| High | 1 hour | 8 hours |
| Medium | 4 hours | 24 hours |
| Low | 8 hours | 5 business days |
9. Security
9.1. Data Security
- Encryption at Rest: AES-256
- Encryption in Transit: TLS 1.3
- Data Residency: Sweden
- Tenant Isolation: Logical separation with encryption keys per tenant
9.2. Access Control
- Authentication: SSO/SAML 2.0, MFA supported
- Authorization: Role-based access control (RBAC)
- API Security: API keys, OAuth 2.0
9.3. Compliance
- ISO 27001 certified infrastructure
- GDPR compliant
- Audit logging for all operations
For detailed security, see SW-SAAS-SVC-001 Section 9.
10. Related Documents
| Document ID | Title |
|---|---|
| SW-SAAS-SVC-001 | Platform Service Description |
| SW-SAAS-ARCH-001 | Platform Technical Architecture |
| SW-SAAS-ARCH-COMP-001 | Communications Technical Architecture |
| SW-SAAS-ONB-001 | Platform Onboarding Guide |
| SW-SAAS-ONB-COMP-001 | Communications Onboarding Addendum |
| SW-SAAS-PRC-001 | Platform Pricing Framework |
| SW-SAAS-PRC-COMP-001 | Communications Pricing Addendum |
| SW-SAAS-OPS-001 | Platform Operations Guide |
| SW-SAAS-OPS-COMP-001 | Communications Operations Addendum |
Document Control
| Version | Date | Author | Changes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 | 2025-01-15 | SaaS Service Manager | Initial Communications component document |
Classification: Confidential
Distribution: Customers under NDA
Review Date: 2026-01-15
This document is confidential and intended for Swedwise AB customers. Unauthorized distribution is prohibited.