On-Premise

On-premise is an IT term that translates into German as "on-site". It therefore refers to a form of software and IT infrastructure provision in which the systems and applications are installed and operated directly on site at a company's premises. In contrast to cloud-based solutions such as Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), on-premise deployment usually takes place on the company's servers and data centers. This enables comprehensive control over the entire IT infrastructure, from hardware to software. However, on-premise software can also be managed on an external server itself. Companies that opt for on-premise retain sovereignty over their data, security policies and configurations. This form of deployment is therefore particularly relevant for companies that have to meet high security requirements or wish to have precise control over their IT systems.

On-premise vs. SaaS

On-premise vs. SaaS - which deployment model is better? Sooner or later, this question arises in every company when it comes to selecting suitable solutions - for example for digital time recording, project recording or personnel planning. The implementation of on-premise software stands out due to its outstanding ability to control data and systems. This local control meets the requirements of companies with high security standards and strict data protection requirements in particular. Despite higher initial investments, on-premise also offers long-term cost control and a customized configuration. In contrast, outsourcing data and applications to the cloud can lead to security gaps with SaaS. In addition, SaaS solutions can lead to higher overall costs in the long term due to recurring subscription fees, despite an initially cost-effective implementation. The centralized management of updates can lead to unexpected outages.

In contrast, SaaS offers a flexible and scalable alternative. Using cloud-based services eliminates the need for on-site physical hardware and the expense of maintenance and updates, as these are managed centrally. This enables faster implementation, easier scaling and lower initial investment. The decision of on-premise vs. SaaS therefore requires careful consideration of individual company requirements, budget considerations and the desired level of control over the IT infrastructure.

On-premise software vs. SaaS for time recording - you decide

Both on-premise software and SaaS have emerged as proven methods for employee time recording. The choice of whether you install our software locally on your own server or have it hosted by us in our cloud is entirely up to you. Regardless of your decision between on-premise vs. SaaS, you will receive the same software either way.