The Benefits of a Hybrid System

We are all familiar with how Hybrid cars have been popular lately and how they take advantage of 2 different technologies; 1) traditional gasoline power for maximum speed and power and, 2) electric power to reduce gasoline consumption and help the environment.  These cars blend the 2 technologies automatically so that the car owner gets the best of both worlds.

In a similar manner, Pharaoh’s Integrated Builder Series (IBSWIN) software provides a Hybrid of two popular software technologies; 1) traditional client / server platform for maximum performance, security, and control and, 2) Web based “Hosted” applications that provide Internet access to users anywhere.  There is a lot of “buzz” today about “Cloud Computing” which is really the same as Web based “Hosted” systems.  Although there are some positive advantages that this platform provides, there are some significant disadvantages with this platform as well.

Pharaoh’s IBSWIN system along with WebView provides the best of both worlds that current computer technology provides.  The advantages /disadvantages of each technology platform are reviewed below.   

Client / Server (IBSWIN):

                Advantages

1)      Provides faster and more consistent performance by eliminating Internet bottlenecks.

2)      Typically more mature and feature rich applications that have been around longer.

3)      Database ownership – since your database is located on your own server, transition to a different system is easier.

4)      Lower cost of development and customization due to more mature development tools.

5)      Typically lower cost of ownership of the long term.

Disadvantages

1)      Remote access requires more hardware and system software investment.

2)      Requires some IT responsibility for system maintenance, backups, etc.

 Web based “Hosted” System (Webview):

                Advantages

1)      Access to application anywhere the Internet is available.

2)      Eliminates the need for IT staffing by providing system maintenance and backups.

3)      Easier more direct access to the application with less security “hoops” to go through.

Disadvantages

1)      More potential downtime and performance issues due to the Internet connectivity problems.

2)      All company critical database information is stored on a remote server, which can potentially make it more difficult and costly to transition to another system.

3)      Potentially more database security issues due to the fact that application is accessible by anyone who can access the Internet.

Although as with Hybrid cars, the advantages of this approach may not last forever if battery technology can greatly be improved.  For the foreseeable future, Pharaoh’s Hybrid IBSWIN / WebView solution does provide the best and most cost effective use of the software technologies now available. 

Contact us at sales@ibswin.com for further information….

 Pharaoh’s offices will be officially closed from December 24th at noon through January 1st. However, we will be responding to all Emails sent to either mailto:info@ibswin.com or support@ibswin.com. Have a wonderful Christmas and New Year. We look forward to working with you in 2010.

Please review the Pharaoh Phacts for the 1st quarter of 2010 by selecting the link below:

Pharaoh Phacts Newsletter 1st Quarter 2010

Check out the new MasterView for Custom Builders page in the Website under the main Software section.  MasterView has continued to evolve to meet the specific requirements for custom homebuilders.  It provides a very cost effective solution for small to medium sized custom builders. It provides an excellent client / server foundation with a Web based interface for homebuyers, subcontractors, and project managers.   

 As we finally get through the long hot summer, it’s time to get back to work.  Even though there are many mixed signs on the economy, it feels like we have no way to go but up…. Attached is the pharaoh-phacts-newsletter-4th-quarter-2009.  Please Email us any comments and questions to info@ibswin.com.

Construction QC is our new simple add-on database for our Customer Service Plus users.  It provides a simple way of tracking construction quality control problems before homebuyer move in and isolating them before they become major issues.  Conact us at info@ibswin.com for further information on this new feature… Thanks

As we move into the 3rd Quarter of 2009, we are starting to see slight signs of improvements in the housing market.  We encourage all of our clients to sign up for the Web training classes and use this time to make sure your staff are up to speed on all the modules that you have and any new features that we have recently added to help you out. 

Attached is the latest Pharaoh Phacts newsletter for you to review –pharaoh-phacts-newsletter-3rd-quarter-2009.  Although we still see new home construction as our primary focus,  we are also excited about the opportunity with our new FRC software (Foreclosure Rehab Center).  It is worth taking a look at and might help you weather the storm for the next several years until new home construction gets back to more normal levels.  Contact us at sales@ibswin.com to schedule a brief Web meeting to see more.

Pharaoh will be releasing a new system in April 2009 that will assist builders in working with Lenders and Brokers in renovating and selling foreclosed properties.  It provides a custom Website, robust database for ongoing communication, and search engine optimization.  Please review the frcsoftware flyer attached.  Also, please read the Pharaoh Phacts for the 2nd quarter of 2009 to get an update on what is happening at Pharaoh pharaoh-phacts-newsletter-2nd-quarter-2009.

Contact sales@ibswin.com for further information.

Pharaoh Information Services, Inc. will be moving effective February 20, 2009.  Since this is a Friday, we will still be responding to service calls, although the response might be delayed somewhat.  Our new address and phone numbers will be:

Address:       21572 Sitio Verano,  Lake Forest   CA  92630

New Main Phone:  866-813-0398     (New toll free number)

         New Fax #:   949-748-5142

No changes in the Email address or Website address

Looking forward to continuing to work with your company during this challenging time.

Pharaoh will be operating on a “limited holiday schedule” for support calls from December 24th noon through January 5, 2009.  We will make every effort to respond to all support calls within 1 hour of receiving them. Also, the Pharaoh Phacts 1st qtr 2009  is now available for you to review.

Have a wonderful Holiday Season and Happy New Year….