Customer relationship managers (CRMs) are the cornerstone for building and managing strong client relationships, enhancing sales processes, and driving business growth through streamlined communication and simplified data management. Given the technological advances that are currently shaping our world, CRMs have evolved to support cloud-enabled features. Most service providers offer both cloud and locally deployable CRM options, introducing a level of flexibility beneficial for customers while choosing the solution that suits their requirements. GoldMine is one such CRM application, managed by the IT company Ivanti and renowned for its robust feature set.
GoldMine was designed to be a comprehensive CRM for small and medium-sized businesses. It is known for being user-friendly and simple to use, making it a dependable choice for newcomers in the retail world.
GoldMine offers users a variety of features to simplify various operations, including:
- Sales Management: Includes tools for tracking sales opportunities, forecasting, and managing the sales pipelines. It also supports integration with popular applications like QuickBooks and Office 365.
- Document Management: Store and share project documents, submittals, reports, forms, and checklists securely.
- Contact Management: Maintain detailed customer information that can be configured to introduce custom fields and templates to tailor the CRM to specific business needs.
- Reporting and Analytics: Comes with built-in customizable dashboards capable of generating reports to visualize data and gain insights. Help organizations track performance and forecast sales trends.
- Customer Service Support: The platform also includes features for managing customer service requests and support tickets. Additionally, real-time dashboards enable organizations to monitor customer interactions and service performance.
Although GoldMine has been a locally deployed software application for most of its lifetime, it introduced a cloud-based alternative called GoldMine Cloud in 2013. While most users would prefer the cloud-enabled software over an on-premises counterpart, there are compelling reasons to choose the latter. For example, paying for locally deployable software is expensive in terms of hardware acquisition. It is substantially cheaper to make an outright, one-time payment for the service rather than monthly subscription payments in the long run. Additionally, users have greater control over the system and associated data when it is located within company premises.
There is, however, a third better option that provides users with the best features of both cloud and on-premises versions of the CRM. That is right, by hosting your locally deployed GoldMine application on Apps4Rent’s SSAE-16 certified data centers, you can enjoy cloud features while retaining your on-premises software.
Benefits of Cloud-Hosted GoldMine over Locally Deployed Version
The following table highlights the benefits associated with utilizing a cloud-hosted application setup compared to an on-premises one.
| Aspects | Cloud Deployment | Locally Hosted (Desktop) |
|---|---|---|
| Initial and Ongoing Costs | Generally lower setup and ongoing expenses | Higher initial investment with additional ongoing maintenance costs |
| Performance | Superior performance due to scalable cloud infrastructure | Performance constrained by local hardware limitations |
| Hardware Requirements | No need for additional hardware or servers | Requires investment in local servers and hardware to meet minimum system requirements |
| Flexibility | Accessible from any device with internet connectivity | Limited to specific devices and local network environments |
| Monitoring and Availability | Continuous monitoring and high availability | Reactive monitoring with potentially lower redundancy |
| Compliance and Security | Advanced security features, including biometrics and multi-factor authentication | Allows for customized security measures, offering robust control over data protection |
| Scalability | Easily scalable based on cloud resources | Scalability is constrained by the capacity of physical servers |
| Backup | Automatic backups managed by the cloud provider | Requires manual backups, which can be tailored to meet compliance needs |
| Maintenance | Managed by the cloud service provider | Involves ongoing manual updates and hardware maintenance |
| Data Access | Globally accessible with an internet connection | Access is restricted to the local environment |
| Data Control | Provides control over data management within the cloud framework | Offers greater control and independence over data management and processing |
| Efficiency | Optimized efficiency through scalable cloud infrastructure | Efficiency dependent on the capabilities of local hardware |
Comparing the two deployment models shows us that cloud-hosted applications perform better across most metrics than on-premises applications. You can combine the flexibility and scalability of cloud hosting with the control and customizability of local deployment by hosting your on-premises GoldMine setup in the cloud.
By partnering with Apps4Rent for this, you gain access to
- Maximum efficiency through a robust cloud infrastructure.
- Independence from vendors, preventing reliance on any single service provider.
- Ongoing flexibility, enabling practices to adopt cloud-hosted updates while retaining their on-premises GoldMine configuration.
System Requirements for Cloud and Locally Deployed GoldMine
Before you can start thinking of making the transition to a cloud environment, users must first clearly understand the requirements to optimally run GoldMine. The following table mentions the minimum specifications required to run the CRM platform.
| Component | Windows Local Deployment | Server Local Deployment | Cloud Deployment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | 2 GHz processor or faster | 2 GHz processor or faster | 2 GHz processor or faster |
| RAM | 2 GB or more | 4 GB or more | 2 GB or more |
| HDD | 250 MB | 2 GB | 250 MB |
| Networking | Stable, high-speed internet connection | Stable, high-speed internet connection | Stable, high-speed internet connection |
| Operating Systems | Windows 7 and newer | Microsoft Small Business Server 2011 | Windows 7 and newer |
How a Cloud Expert Accelerates your Cloud Deployment?
Transitioning from a locally deployed system to a cloud-hosted setup presents significant technical challenges and demands a thorough understanding of cloud infrastructure for optimal execution. Partnering with an experienced cloud hosting provider like Apps4Rent ensures that your GoldMine account is deployed efficiently in a customized cloud environment. This setup not only meets your specific needs but also prioritizes security, featuring automated backups to safeguard your data integrity. With the right support, you can navigate this transition smoothly and confidently.
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Leverage Apps4Rent for Seamless GoldMine Cloud Hosting Services
When you select Apps4Rent as your cloud hosting provider, you unlock a range of benefits supported by our deep expertise in cloud infrastructure. We have empowered numerous businesses to succeed and operate efficiently by optimizing their workflows with our cloud-hosting services. By partnering with us, you can trust that your GoldMine system’s cloud migration will be managed by some of the industry’s leading experts. To learn more about how we can facilitate your cloud migration, reach out to our dedicated customer support team via phone, text, or chat today.
