Dealership software users only need a computer (PC, Mac, iPad, ThinPC) running Windows, MacOS or Linux, a web browser, and an Internet connection.
The business software application, the database and the servers all reside outside of the dealership and in the metaphoric cloud (i.e. the Internet), and are all managed by Autologica.
Cloud computing radically changes the way in which business software is deployed because it is offered as a service that includes all related issues necessary for the dealership to use the dealer management system, with the following advantages:
Lower costs
Software updates, server maintenance and operating system updates (including the frequent security patches sent by Microsoft) are all done by Autologica in the cloud, saving the dealer nights and weekends otherwise spent updating software or replacing servers.
No costly server licenses
All operating system and database licenses are included in the service. We also provide updates to the latest versions at no extra charge.
Hassle-free contracts
Autologica Sky DMS is a service, and dealers can cancel whenever they want, no questions asked, without penalties or extra charges.
Access the DMS anytime, from anywhere
Cloud computing makes it easy for remote stores and users to access the dealer software system over the Internet. Users can use the system at any time and from anywhere through their computer or mobile device.
High availability
Cloud computing architecture is designed for maximum availability, and usually provides better uptime, performance and data security than on-premise software installations. Autologica offers 99.5% availability, with tight data security.
Scalable to grow with you
When a dealer hires new employees or opens a new store, they need to upgrade or add servers. With Autologica Sky DMS, this is no longer necessary; we'll expand server capacity in a matter of minutes with no charge other than your monthly per-user fee.
Save energy
By eliminating servers at the dealership, cloud computing can lower your electrical bill substantially. A recent sustainability report by Greenspace indicates that a medium-sized company that adopts cloud computing can save over $10,000 a year.
Better leverage your resources
Instead of dedicating IT staff to keeping servers up and running, dealers can reassign them to more productive initiatives. We'll take care of hardware maintenance and software installations and updates.
A recent independent study found that on-demand business software costs 50% less than the on-premise model, when measured over a four-year period for a company of 100 employees.
