The deployment model should be compatible with your way of working.
Cloud service is a practical option for starting and managing distributed destinations. On-premises deployment becomes relevant when infrastructure, access and maintenance policies require hosting within the organization’s environment.
The main difference is in the place of hosting and responsibilities
In Signage as a ServiceThe use of the service is based on the domain of subscription and service agreement. In On-premises deployment, the hosting infrastructure is provided in the organization’s environment, and the responsibilities of installation, maintenance, and updating must be specified in the deployment plan.
| Criterion | Cloud service | On-premises deployment |
|---|---|---|
| Hosting infrastructure | Using the infrastructure of the service according to the agreement | Preparing capacity and hosting environment in the organization |
| Start of operation | Primary focus on destinations, connectivity and content | Requires coordination of infrastructure and technical delivery process |
| Maintenance | Responsibilities and service level in the service contract | Division of responsibility between the organization team and the executive |
| Network and access | Checking the access of destinations and operators to the service | Designing access routes in the organization’s network |
| Cost | Scope of service and specific periodic fees | Licensing, commissioning, infrastructure and maintenance separately |
| Expansion | Add destinations based on service conditions | Expansion along with infrastructure capacity review |
| Control and security | Evaluation of service policy, users and authorized data | Assess organization configuration, users and infrastructure |
Neither title alone guarantees safety or quality. SignagePlus security capabilitiesConfiguration and operational responsibilities must be reviewed together. Do not place sensitive organizational data in public content without defining the audience and access level.
Four questions to choose a model
- 1
What is your hosting policy?
If the organization has specific requirements for data storage or access path, provide it before choosing a model. The number of screens is not a substitute for this decision.
- 2
What team maintains the infrastructure?
Determine who is responsible for network, server, backup, access control, and update coordination. If you don’t have such a team, clarify the range of services you need in the cloud proposal.
- 3
How are destinations connected?
A store network, distant branches and a limited organizational environment have different needs. Check the propagation path and destination behavior when disconnecting and reconnecting on real equipment.
- 4
What is the criterion of cost and development?
Include the expansion horizon, number of users, data connection and maintenance cost next to the starting amount. Two offers can only be compared with the same service scope and time period.
Adapt the model to your working day
Fast food or small store
A manager wants to update the menu or daily offer for one or more destinations. A cloud-service evaluation can begin with the existing content and display; assess connectivity, the player, ease of editing and support ownership.
Restaurant and café solutionBank or multi-unit organization
The central team and units have different roles. First clarify the organization’s hosting and access policy; Then evaluate how to separate the destinations, responsible for release and maintenance process in the selected model.
Bank and insurance solutionCity, transportation and public places
For video message, VMS board and public speakers, in addition to host location, equipment compatibility, broadcast area and message verification process are important. Enter the actual instance of the destination and data source in the deployment design.
Municipality solution and smart citySignagePlus, a comprehensive knowledge-based audio and video management system with AFTA security certificate, provides the possibility of defining a solution that fits the scale and requirements of the complex. To evaluate the scenario, existing equipment and infrastructure policies Request a demo Explain
Frequently asked questions about deployment
Is a Cloud Service Only for Small Businesses?
No. The choice depends on hosting requirements, access, service scope and maintenance model. A multi-branch network can also evaluate a cloud model against its own needs.
Does on-premise deployment mean working without any network connection?
No; System components and destinations need proper communication path to manage and receive information. The need for internet or internal network and the behavior of each content when the connection is disconnected should be specified in the deployment and technical test plan.
Can the deployment model be changed later?
The need to transfer content, users, data and destination settings should be checked before making changes. Agree the scope, time and conditions of migration with the technical team; Don’t assume it’s just a cosmetic change to the panel.