Not too long ago, only large companies could afford the advantage of software to improve production, efficiency, and safety. The high price tag resulted from the nature of on-site software. Not only was the price for the product high, but also clients were charged fees for service and training on the software that could dwarf the cost of the product. This structure prevented many budget-conscious firms from purchasing software that could benefit them.

Times have changed.

The increased availability of SaaS (Software as a Service) applications have made it possible for companies of all sizes to achieve the benefits that were once only attainable by larger firms. On-site software has the distinct disadvantage of requiring installation whereas SaaS requires no installation because it operates in the cloud. This eliminates the need for additional personnel expenses to manage an on-site system. SaaS applications also do not require the frequent maintenance that is common with its on-site counterparts.

The SaaS model is ideal for firms that choose to operate in a cost-effective manner. You may have thought about software for your business but quickly dismissed it because of perceived costs. If your firm could benefit from a software application, don’t assume that it won’t fit your budget.

For more information on how Accupoint's flexible, cloud-based platform can provide your organization with a cost effective alternative to manage your compliance management systems visit Accupoint or call us at (800)563-6250 to learn more about our SaaS applications.

After the Gulf spill of 2010, we realized how valuable an organization’s goodwill can be. Goodwill is not a figment of our imaginations or some useless feature that our organizations possess. It is one of your organization’s most valuable assets and it should be listed on your balance sheet.

Earning goodwill is extremely difficult and requires patience and time. However, losing goodwill can happen overnight, if your organization is not careful. Poor practices and safety concerns can put your goodwill in serious jeopardy.

Bryan Salerno, director of the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement, recently spoke at the inaugural event for the Ocean Energy Safety Institute. He said that some firms need to go “back to fundamental engineering.” He also remarked about how regulators are increasing their focus on risk-based approaches in order to prevent future disasters.

To help facilitate a risk-based approach and ensure that your organization maintains and increases its goodwill, it is important that you have a system in place. To see how Accupoint’s solutions can help mitigate risk and protect of your firm’s goodwill visit accupointsoftware.com or call (800) 563-6250.