Entalysis implementation process:

1. Consultation and Planning: Initially, Entalysis consultants work closely with the client's project and management teams to understand the business requirements and define an achievable plan. This stage involves exploring the most effective options for the business and setting the groundwork for the implementation.

    

2. Deployment of Extensions Platform: During this phase, the Extensions platform is deployed by integrating it with the existing management information systems of the company. This involves programming the Entalysis software to meet the specifications decided during the consultation phase. The programming logic is contained in editable XML files, which allows for easy modifications and adaptations as needed.

    

3. Configuration and Customization: The Entalysis software is highly configurable, which allows it to be tailored to the specific needs of the business. This includes setting up editable grids, graphs, dashboards, trees, report builders, custom tools, and data routines that match the particular sequence of identification, analysis, and execution required by the business process.

    

4. Security and Data Integration: Ensuring the security of the data and integrating it from various sources is a critical part of the implementation. Extensions can connect to different types of databases and data sources, treating them as a single combined data source, which is crucial for comprehensive analysis and decision-making.

    

5. Training and Support: After the software is configured and deployed, training is provided to ensure that all users are proficient in using the new system. Entalysis also offers ongoing support to address any issues that arise and to help the business adapt the solution to any new challenges.

    

6. Go-Live and Evaluation: Once the system is fully configured and tested, it goes live. This phase may include final adjustments based on user feedback. The effectiveness of the implementation.

Entalysis customization process:

1. Editable Components: Entalysis software allows for the creation of editable grids, graphs, dashboards, trees, report builders, bespoke tools, and data routines. These components are designed to match the specific workflow of a business process, ensuring that the software aligns with the unique requirements of each organization.

    

2. Dynamic Report Templates: The software utilizes dynamic report templates that generate report outputs based on user permissions and any user filtering. This feature minimizes IT developer effort and ensures that changes to report output are restricted to a single template, thereby reducing the risk of errors.

    

3. Security and Data Access: Entalysis' security features enable reports and functionalities to be filtered both absolutely and selectively, depending on the user's area of responsibility. This ensures that sensitive content is appropriately restricted, supporting compliance and data privacy requirements.

    

4. Integration Capabilities: The software connects to various types of databases and data sources, such as Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, Sybase, Access, Excel spreadsheets, and text files. This integration capability allows it to treat these sources as a single combined data source, which is crucial for organizations that need to pull data from disparate systems.

    

5. Customizable for Various Business Functions: Entalysis Extensions can be tailored for different business functions including supply chain, personnel, finance, and sales and marketing. This flexibility allows it to serve a wide range of industries and departments within an organization.

    

6. Client-Server Architecture: The software's client-server architecture supports secure communication, enabling safe access to relevant analyses and functionality for business process participants outside the organization. This feature is particularly useful for companies that operate in multiple locations or have remote teams.

Training for New Users:

1. Engaging Onboarding Experience: The training program begins with an engaging onboarding experience, introducing new users to the software or platform. This sets the tone for the entire training process, making it crucial for a smooth transition.

    

2. Understanding the Benefits: Before diving deep into the training, it's essential for employees to understand the advantages of the new software. This early understanding acts as a motivator, driving them to learn with purpose.

    

3. Incentivising Learning: Recognizing and rewarding efforts associated with learning can significantly boost motivation levels. Offering tangible rewards and recognitions for completing training is a strategy employed to enhance engagement.

    

4. Using Developer’s Resources: Most software developers, including Extensions, provide comprehensive training materials. Leveraging these resources can provide a solid base for the training process and even shape the training program.

    

5. Custom Training Resources: While developer resources are valuable, creating bespoke training materials tailored to the organization’s specific needs and objectives can enhance the training’s effectiveness.

    

6. Designating Points of Contact: Having clear points of contact throughout the training ensures that any roadblocks or barriers in the learning journey are addressed promptly.

    

7. Structured Learning Sessions: Organized training sessions foster collaborative learning, ensuring that everyone is on the same page and aligned to the same objectives/outcomes.

    

8. Continuous Training: As software systems evolve, regular interventions, follow-up sessions, and refresher courses are needed to ensure that employees stay updated with the latest features and functionalities.

    

Support for New Users:

1. Support Infrastructure: Entalysis provides a support infrastructure that includes timely response to user issues encountered while operating the software. This can range from installation assistance to advanced issue resolution.

    

2. Modes of Support: Support can be provided in-person, over the phone, remotely, or a blend of these approaches, depending on the organization's needs and the nature of the issues encountered.

    

3. Developer/Engineer Support: One efficient way to support software is to have the creators look after it. This includes prioritizing and identifying changes in role to balance new software development and ongoing support.

    

4. Outsourcing Application Support: For more extensive support requirements, hiring a dedicated support team or creating a dedicated team to support end-users during initial go-live periods is another approach.

    

5. Vendor Support Options: Purchased software often comes with vendor support options, but organizations will need to proactively manage support costs as pricing models change.

1. Client-Server Architecture and Secure Communication: Entalysis software uses a client-server architecture, where the server program is installed on a network server with access to relevant data sources. Communication between the server and each user's client program is secured over a company intranet and/or the internet. This secure communication is further enhanced by the use of SSL certificates (X509), ensuring that data transmitted is protected against unauthorized access.

    

2. Data Source Integration and Manipulation: The software connects to any ODBC-compliant data source such as SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, and others, utilizing existing database licenses and servers. To maintain data integrity, it is recommended that data be accessed via a read-only connection, with any data manipulation and calculation performed on a separate clone of the relevant data before updating the master data.

    

3. Configurable Security for Data Access: Entalysis security features allow for the configuration of user access to ensure that only relevant analyses and functionality are available to a given user. This includes the ability to filter report analyses and functionality both absolutely, where sensitive content is completely excluded, and selectively, where access is restricted based on the user's area of responsibility.

    

4. Scheduled Data Manipulation and Error Logging: The software can schedule data manipulation and calculation routines to run at chosen intervals, which is essential for intensive and time-consuming processes. The outcomes of these routines, along with any errors and system and user log messages, are logged and can be reviewed by system administrators. This helps in maintaining the integrity and reliability of data processing.

    

5. Dynamic Report Templates: The use of dynamic report templates in Extensions minimizes IT developer effort and reduces the risk of errors. These templates generate report outputs based on user permissions and any user filtering, ensuring that changes to report output are restricted to a single template.

Google Chrome:

1. Chrome extensions are typically updated automatically. The update process is designed to be seamless, with updates being pushed to users without requiring manual intervention.

    

2. The review process for updates can vary. Simple updates that do not change the extension's description or use dangerous permissions can be approved within hours. More complex updates might take a day or even a week if flagged for manual review.

    

Mozilla Firefox:

1. Firefox extensions also update automatically. Developers can disable automatic updates if needed, for example, during testing or investigations.

    

2. The review process for Firefox extensions is generally quick, often taking just a couple of days.

    

Microsoft Edge:

1. Edge extensions follow a similar update process to Chrome and Firefox, but updates can sometimes take longer to be approved. This delay can range from a few days to several weeks, depending on the complexity of the update and the review process.

    

2. The initial submission of an extension to the Edge store can take about a week, but subsequent updates are usually faster, typically around three working days.

1. Data Ownership: Entalysis software allows for significant control over data through its security features. It ensures that sensitive information is accessible only to authorized users by filtering report analyses and functionality both absolutely and selectively based on the user's area of responsibility. This implies a level of data ownership by controlling who can access and manipulate the data.

    

2. Data Portability: Regarding data portability, the software's ability to connect to various ODBC-compliant data sources like SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, and others, and treat these sources as a single combined data source, suggests a facilitation of data movement within the organization. However, there is no explicit mention of mechanisms to support the export or transfer of data to external systems or platforms, which are typical concerns of data portability.

1. Scalability: This refers to a system's ability to handle increased data loads or more transactions without interruptions or reduced performance over the long term. It involves the capacity of the system to grow with the business, accommodating increased demand by enhancing performance, functionality, and resource management.

    

2. Elasticity: Unlike scalability, elasticity specifically refers to a system's ability to manage short-term changes efficiently. It deals with the system's capacity to quickly scale up or down resources in response to sudden changes in demand, ensuring that the system can handle peak loads without committing to permanent resource allocation.

Contract Renewal:

1. Renewal Process: Contract renewal typically involves reviewing and potentially renegotiating the terms and conditions of the existing contract. This process may include adjustments to pricing, service levels, or other terms to reflect current business needs and market conditions.

    

2. Decision Factors: The decision to renew a contract often depends on the performance evaluation of the existing agreement, changes in market conditions, and the flexibility needs of the parties involved. If the parties are satisfied with the current terms and the relationship has been beneficial, they might opt for renewal.

    

3. Negotiation and Documentation: Effective contract renewal requires thorough negotiation, which should address any new terms and conditions. The renewal might result in a new contract or an amendment to the existing one, depending on the changes agreed upon.

    

Contract Cancellation

1. Cancellation Terms: Specific terms for cancellation would typically be outlined in the original contract. These terms dictate how either party can terminate the agreement before its natural expiration, often including conditions such as breach of contract or failure to meet performance standards.

    

2. Notice Period: Contracts usually require a notice period for cancellation, giving both parties sufficient time to adjust their operations accordingly. The required notice period can vary significantly depending on the contract and the industry.

    

3. Financial Penalties: Cancellation might involve financial penalties or fees, especially if the cancellation occurs close to critical deadlines or after significant resources have been allocated based on the contract's continuation.

Entalysis adheres to the following compliance standards:

1. General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR): GDPR is a regulation enforced by the European Union to protect the digital information of European citizens. Any business, including those outside the EU, that collects data related to EU citizens must comply with GDPR standards. This includes obtaining user consent to collect their data and informing users when their data is being managed.

    

2. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA): HIPAA is a U.S. regulation that sets standards for the protection of health information. Extensions software that handles health data must comply with HIPAA to ensure the privacy and security of patient information.

    

3. Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS): PCI DSS is a set of security standards designed to ensure that all companies that accept, process, store, or transmit credit card information maintain a secure environment. Extensions software involved in payment processing must comply with PCI DSS.

    

4. ISO/IEC 27001: ISO/IEC 27001 is an international standard for information security management. It provides a framework for managing and protecting sensitive information. Compliance with ISO/IEC 27001 demonstrates that an organization follows best practices for information security.

    

5. System and Organization Controls 2 (SOC 2): SOC 2 is a standard for managing customer data based on five trust service principles—security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy. It is particularly relevant for cloud service providers and software companies that handle sensitive customer data.

    

6. ISO 26262: ISO 26262 is an international standard for the functional safety of electrical and electronic systems in production automobiles. Extensions software used in the automotive industry must comply with ISO 26262 to ensure safety and reliability.