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# Notifications & Alerts

Illumina provides a range of automated notifications to help users effectively manage their usage and billing, focusing on low balances, threshold alerts, and invoice triggers.

**Usage Explorer Notifications**

* **BIC Monthly Budget Alerts**: Notifications are sent when your configured monthly budget threshold is reached, allowing you to monitor spending and take action before exceeding your planned usage. You can set up or adjust your monthly budget notification at any time in **Usage Explorer**.

**BIC Pre-Funded Billing Notifications**

* **Low Balance Alerts**: Notifications are sent when both Pre-Paid and contracted Open Purchase Order BIC balances are low.

**BIC Post-Paid Billing Notifications**

* **End of Billing Period Alerts**: Invoices are sent at the end of each billing cycle.

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Savings Plan expiration notifications are planned for a future release. At launch, your earliest possible commitment expiration is at least one year away, providing ample time for renewal planning.
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This system ensures users can stay informed and proactive in managing their financial commitments efficiently.


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