| It is a web-based software solution in which software solution provider host the software and give system access through a web browser. In this service, data is stored on the cloud [hosted server] securely and subscriber gets access through internet from anywhere and anytime. | In Client Server model, a server is installed within the office network and client workstations can access the data. Data is stored on the local server. To access data from outside office network, remote desktop connection, FAT, VPN, or thin client require.
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| Advantages | No Integration require at the client site
Enhanced scalability, availability, reliability, and internal IT systems security
Automatic Software Upgrade and Updates
Reduce Huge IT cost of and tasks of management
Fast launch and implementation
Software solution provider gives application configuration support to subscribers | Once you pay full amount for application, you become 'owner' of application.
You don't need to worry about disconnection of Internet |
| Disadvantages | If you need any update or for any custom requirement, you have to depend on your service provider. When they include new features then only you can utilize it.
You have to subscribe each month or limited period regularly. You cannot purchase it as your own. | You need to invest on extra hardware such as for data storage, backup, security appliances, server, power back-up appliances, redundancy, etc.
To manage extra hardware, you need extra manpower to handle it, which cost you additional.
It require manual process for updates, upgrades, back-ups, data management and other activities
An additional facilities require for remote access [ from any other places than office premises]
Need to pay extra maintenance fees
Upgrades and other customize requirement will cost extra
For implementation process, it require three to six months for launch |
