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The tools and technologies in use by construction professionals are crucial to ensure quality, efficiency, and safety for your clients. A cloud-based software solution like Omnant is the flexible and scalable choice that can grow and adapt to the ever-evolving needs of your work.

Before committing to a cloud-based CMT solution, it's important to evaluate several key factors.

This post will guide you through some primary considerations to keep in mind when assessing these solutions.

What is the cloud?

At its core, cloud computing involves using remote servers hosted on the internet to store, manage, and process data, rather than relying on local servers or personal computers. For CMT software, this means that all your data, test results, and analysis tools are accessed over the internet rather than on physical hardware your company would need to maintain.

What are the benefits of a cloud-based solution?

• Accessibility: Access your data and software from anywhere with an internet connection.
• Scalability: Easily scale resources up or down based on your project needs.
• Cost-Efficiency: Reduce or eliminate the need for expensive hardware and infrastructure.

Do we need any special IT equipment for cloud-based software?

Since Omnant is a cloud-based solution, you don't need an on-premise server or other equipment. Omnant handles the hardware and infrastructure, allowing you to:

• Save on Initial Investment: Avoid upfront costs related to purchasing and setting up physical servers.
• Reduce Maintenance Costs: Eliminate ongoing maintenance expenses for hardware and related infrastructure.
• Focus on Core Operations: Free up resources and personnel to concentrate on core construction activities and quality assurance.

What about security considerations?

Omnant can work with your existing security protocols and provides detailed in-built permissioning and access control configurations for all users. Key security aspects to evaluate include:

• Access Controls: Verify that the software includes strong user authentication and access control mechanisms.
• Single Sign On (SSO): Log in with your existing Single Sign On (SSO) process to ensure compliance with your firm's data security measures
• Multi-factor authentication (MFA): Leverage multi-factor authentication to add an additional layer of security to your system

What about backing up our data?

Reliable backup and recovery systems are crucial to protect your data from loss. Omnant offers:

• Regular Backups: Automatic, frequent backups to safeguard against data loss.
• Recovery: A recovery plan to restore data and services in case of an outage.

How do we get software updates?

Another advantage for cloud-based software is that cloud-based CMT solutions are often updated more frequently than their on-premise counterparts.

Omnant follows best practice coding and offers rolling updates.

• Bug Fixes and Improvements: Regular updates can fix bugs and introduce new features or improvements.
• Compatibility: Ensure that the solution remains compatible with the latest technology and standards.

Can the system adapt and scale to my needs?

The ability to customize the software to fit your specific needs can be a significant advantage. Omnant can offer you:

• Integration Capabilities: Look for integration with other software tools and platforms you use, such as project management or ERP systems.
• Customization Options: Determine how easily the software can be tailored to your unique testing requirements.
• User Interface: Ensure that the interface is user-friendly and meets the needs of your team.

Omnant is a solution that enhances your material testing processes, reduces costs, and aligns with your organization’s goals.

We invite you to consider Omnant as your cloud-based CMT software solution. Contact us today if you have any questions around these considerations and what they mean for your firm.