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| Area | Local – Physical server | Local – Virtual server (VM) | Cloud |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connection | Runs on site Can work offline No push notifications when offline |
Runs on site (virtualised) Can work offline No push notifications when offline |
Hosted remotely Internet connection required Push notifications available |
| Updates & maintenance | Updates on request You control the timing |
Updates on request You control the timing |
Updates scheduled by us May cause planned downtime |
| Backups | Possible if external or network storage is provided | Possible if external or network storage is provided | Weekly snapshot taken automatically |
| Restore options | Restore on request | Restore on request Snapshots allow restore on demand |
No restore on demand System only reverted in case of severe, widespread issues |
| Integrations | Supports local system integrations, such as Crestron and OMNIYON. | Supports local system integrations, such as Crestron and OMNIYON. | Does not support any integrations |
| Level of control | High | High | Limited |
| Best suited for | Organisations that require offline access, strict control, and run their own hardware | Organisations that want offline access, high control, and fast recovery via snapshots | Organisations that prefer a managed service, are always online, and accept limited restore options |