Practice management software, or PMS, plays a major role in elevating patient experience in healthcare organizations. These platforms help automate and simplify several tasks including appointment scheduling, tracking patient records, and improving inter-staff communication. The problem, however, lies in the locally deployed nature of said software. While many service providers offer cloud-based alternatives, some institutions might have a hard time letting go of their locally deployed PMS setup. The issue can be navigated by simply transitioning your existing PMS to a managed cloud environment, offering you the benefits of using cloud services while still retaining the same practice management application you have grown accustomed to. This blog post will outline the system requirements for ECLIPSE, the PMS for chiropractic practices, and how you can make the transition to the cloud desktop with Apps4Rent’s help.
ECLIPSE is a PMS with electronic health record (EHR) features designed to assist chiropractic practices with patient management, appointment scheduling and tracking, and maintaining regulatory compliance, among other things. The software offers integration capabilities with third-party applications to enable medical imaging software and billing platforms. ECLIPSE is widely regarded as the best practice management software for chiropractic organizations and is continuously updated to remain compliant with healthcare guidelines like HIPAA.
Comparing ECLIPSE: Cloud Hosting vs Locally Deployed
Although on-premises versions of software are easier to manage and secure, deploying an application locally comes with a few challenges. The installation of ECLIPSE on physical hardware limits accessibility when compared to hosting it on the cloud. Users must access the software from a specific device it is deployed on. Additionally, locally deploying ECLIPSE necessitates the procurement and maintenance of hardware to optimally run the application. Switching to a cloud-hosted setup delivers practices a much more accessible and cost-efficient option that has several advantages.
The following table will compare the cloud-hosted and locally deployed versions of ECLIPSE.
| Aspects | Locally Hosted (Desktop) | Cloud Deployment |
| Initial and Ongoing Costs | Higher upfront costs with continuous maintenance expenses | Lower setup and ongoing expenses |
| Hardware Requirements | Requires investment in local servers and additional hardware | No need for extra hardware or servers |
| Performance | Performance limited by local hardware capabilities | Enhanced performance with scalable cloud infrastructure |
| Access Control | Relies on less dependable VPNs and local access systems | Secure access via VPN and Active Directory |
| Monitoring and Availability | Reactive approach, offering lower redundancy | Proactive monitoring with high availability |
| Flexibility | Restricted to specific devices and local networks | Fully accessible from any internet-connected device |
| Compliance and Security | Varies, often less advanced security systems | High-level security, biometrics, and multi-factor authentication |
| Backup | Manual backups that are often overlooked | Automated backups managed by the cloud provider |
| Maintenance | Requires ongoing manual updates and hardware care | Maintenance is handled by the cloud service provider |
| Scalability | Limited by physical server capabilities | Instantly scalable based on cloud resources |
| Data Access | Access is limited to the local environment | Accessible globally with an internet connection |
While the locally deployed ECLIPSE software is much more easily manageable and can be more secure, healthcare practices typically do not have dedicated IT staff, making it a tedious process to manage and secure it.
ECLIPSE System Requirements for Local and Cloud Deployment
It is important to know the hardware specifications your system needs to meet to operate any software effectively. The following section will outline the minimum desktop requirements to run ECLIPSE locally and when hosted on the cloud.
| Component | Local Desktop | Cloud Desktop |
| Processor | 1 GHz or greater | 1 GHz |
| RAM | 8GB RAM | 8GB RAM |
| Hard Disk Space | 16GB available disk space | 16GB available disk space |
| Memory | 2 GB (32-bit), 4 GB (64-bit) | 2 GB (32-bit), 4 GB (64-bit) |
| Network Connection | High-speed, reliable connection | High-speed, reliable connection |
| Supported Operating Systems | Windows 10 or greater | Windows 10 or greater |
The Necessity of a Cloud Hosting Expert
Switching from an on-premises ECLIPSE setup to hosting it on the cloud can sometimes be challenging. You might hit snags in the process, potentially disrupting clinical operations and forcing you to pause patient care to focus on the technical issues and troubleshoot them. This is where a cloud expert, such as Apps4Rent, can help by guiding you through the transition. A reliable service provider will:
- Help you choose a tailored plan to fit your unique needs
- Guide and streamline the transition to a cloud setup
- Secure your cloud infrastructure and regularly back it up
- Handle all technical disruptions so that you can focus on delivering exceptional patient care
Choose Your Plan
Dedicated
Bronze
*For first 3 months
- 2 GB RAM and
2 vCPUs - 40 GB SSD
disk space - Additional user at
$20/user/month - Daily data
backups - 99.9% uptime
- 24/7/365 support
- Option to
add Booster plan
Dedicated Silver
Save 10% yearly
- 4 GB RAM and
2 vCPUs - 50 GB SSD
disk space - Additional user at
$20/user/month - Daily data
backups - 99.9% uptime
- 24/7/365 support
- Option to
add Booster plan
Dedicated Gold
Save 10% yearly
- 8 GB RAM and
4 vCPUs - 65 GB SSD
disk space - Additional user at
$20/user/month - Daily data
backups - 99.9% uptime
- 24/7/365 support
- Option to
add Booster plan
Dedicated Platinum
Save 10% yearly
- 16 GB RAM and
8 vCPUs - 130 GB SSD
disk space - Additional user at
$20/user/month - Daily data
backups - 99.9% uptime
- 24/7/365 support
- Option to
add Booster plan
Dedicated Platinum Plus
Save 10% yearly
- 32 GB RAM and 16 vCPUs
- 250 GB SSD disk space
- Additional user at
$20/user/month - Daily data backups
- 99.9% uptime
- 24/7/365 support
- Plan A Included
Why Should You Choose Apps4Rent to Optimize Your Transition?
By partnering with Apps4Rent, a Microsoft Solutions Partner, you get all these benefits as well as our extensive knowledge related to cloud and virtual infrastructures. We have served many business and medical practices with cloud solutions customized to their needs and helped them achieve operational efficiency. By choosing to partner with us for your ECLIPSE cloud migration, you are guaranteed that the best technicians and engineers will be handling the transition to ensure it is completed seamlessly and without minimal disruptions. Contact our dedicated support team today over call, text, or chat to learn more about how we can help you with your ECLIPSE transition to the cloud.
