turnkey software

noun

UK /ˈtɜːnkiː ˈsɒftweə/

US /ˈtɜːrnkiː ˈsɔːftwer/

Software that is ready to use right away, like a toy that works as soon as you take it out of the box.

The school bought turnkey software so the teachers could start using it the same day.

SYNONYMS

ready-made software off-the-shelf software plug-and-play software prebuilt software

RELATED WORDS

package installation deployment solution license

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A complete system that includes all the hardware and software needed to start working.

The lab ordered a turnkey system with computers, software, and training included.

3. A business or project that is fully set up and ready for the new owner to run.

They bought a turnkey restaurant that was already furnished and staffed.

4. Software that requires little or no setup or customization before use.

For a small shop, turnkey software is easier than building a custom program.