Have you been thinking about Cloud Based technology for your office? Many of our clients are looking for ways to access their computer network, at any time, from outside the office. There are many cloud based, or third party server options available.
One option that is growing in popularity is called Application Hosting. Application Hosting is a service that provides constant, online access to your Timeslips or other network features, much like a cloud. The greatest difference between Cloud Based technology and a hosted application is this – if you decide that the hosted application doesn’t work for you anymore, you get to take your programs with you.
Flywire (www.flywiretechnology.com) is one such firm that is involved in the Application Hosting field. In addition to hosting a client’s network, they offer 24 hour, U.S. based, Technical Support should a client need any assistance with access to the technology.
For Timeslips users, Flywire might be an ideal host to your remote access needs. The staff is highly experienced in Timeslips, and has relationships with many Sage Consultants to assist with training and customization. Smaller companies would benefit from the flexibility offered by Flywire. Choosing the level of service is an option not found with many Cloud Based services. Services are billed monthly and are offered at a per-user rate.
Flywire offers key applications such as Microsoft Office and Outlook and can incorporate additional applications, such as Timeslips, depending on client needs. The licenses for Microsoft Office and Outlook are included in the monthly cost. Because the applications are hosted, the firm does not have to worry about management. Flywire servers and software solutions feature automatic upgrades and routine, redundant backup as well.
For companies that want to keep their servers in-house, Flywire’s Managed Services offering is structured so that they manage the client’s server. Flywire monitors the server, its connections and ensures that workstations are maintained.
Both levels of service include the monitoring of hardware and software needs, including applying antivirus updates, security patches and spam protection according to the company’s request.
Based in Georgia and providing only US based support, Flywire is worth consideration if you are looking for hosted services, especially for Timeslips, or someone to manage your IT services. If you would like to discuss whether these services could benefit you please contact us at Time & Cents Consultants so that we can answer your questions.
