Specifications

42 Module 123: Protege GX System Architecture | Protege GX and Small Sites
Protege GX and Small Sites
For some smaller sites, budget restricts the practicality of having a dedicated server on site. In this situation it
is easy to jump to the conclusion that Protege GX is not suitable. This is not the case. It just needs a shift in
thinking, and can actually present a new business opportunity.
Central Configuration
The majority of businesses these days have an internet connection. Where there is an internet connection, there
is the ability to connect controllers to a server.
LAN
WWW
ACME Ltd
aBank PTY
Corporate Park
LAN
The example above shows a server with multiple client PCs at a central location controlling, configuring and
monitoring multiple Controllers at individual client sites.
The Opportunities
Rather than having a laptop lying around in the back of your vehicle, install a server at your office and charge a
monthly fee for configuring and monitoring the system.
Package this into a preventative maintenance package with a Software Maintenance Agreement and not only
do you reduce the upfront capital expenditure, you turn a one off sale into a regular client.