Adding cost model rules

When you add a cost model rule, you need to configure the action that you want the rule to perform and whether the rule depends or not on the cost of the project.

Procedure

  1. In WorldServer, go to Management > Linguistic Tool Setup > Cost Model Setup > Cost Model Rules.
  2. Select Add.
  3. On the Cost Model Rule: New Rule page, specify the following information:
    1. Under General Information, in the Name box, enter the name of your cost model rule.
    2. Under Condition Configuration, in the Select a condition list, select whether the charge or discount depends or not on the cost of the project.
      SelectIf
      No Condition RequiredThe charge or discount does not depend on the cost of the project.
      Project Cost based on price per wordThe charge or discount depends on the cost of the project.

      If you select this option, you also have to specify a value in the Specify the value list.

    3. Under Action Configuration, in the Select an action list, select the an appropriate type of action.
    4. Under Action Configuration, in the Charge or discount list, select whether the rule is for a charge or a discount.
    5. Under Action Configuration, in the By percentage or flat rate list, select whether the charge or discount is calculated by a percentage or a flat rate.
    6. Under Action Configuration, in the Specify the amount box, enter the numerical value of the charge or discount.
  4. Select Save.