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The comparison of BI solutions on a SaaS base
Košata, Václav ; Novotný, Ota (advisor) ; Pour, Jan (referee)
The diploma thesis is focused on a specific way of distribution of Business Intelligence application on Software-as-a-Service base. A different concept opens a possibility for small and medium-size companies which cannot afford robust and expensive solution. The theoretical part provides an introduction with the basic characteristics of BI systems and cloud applications. Additionally, descriptions of the selected criteria are stated for a comparison of the specifics of applications delivered as a service. Integration, analytical and reporting functions Belladati, Zoho Reports and Bime are tested in a practical part of the thesis. The main chapter is devoted to solution product comparison, based on the selected criteria. The main asset of the work is to discover the strengths and weaknesses of each solutions found during the practical testing on the test data. The result of the comparison is not to find the best product, but to enhance the specific properties. The output can serve as a background material during cloud-based BI applications selection.
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Providing ICT services in the cloud
Neumann, Jiří ; Voříšek, Jiří (advisor) ; Kopecký, Roman (referee)
This thesis focuses on the ubiquitous cloud computing trend and particularly Software as a Service. The main goal is to specify all pros and cons of this concept for its customers and also cloud providers. The global perspective is then specified to Software as a Service and deployment of SaaS ERP products. The next goal is to define an appropriate method to analyze a company's needs prior to switching to the cloud. Furthermore, recommendations as to whether the cloud is better than an on-premise version should result from the previous analysis. Another aim is to form a process for successful switch to the cloud and ensure all important aspects of using cloud services are covered. Theoretical findings and recommendations are used in a practical example of SaaS ERP deployment. To reach all goals, a theoretical analysis of all available monograph and electronic sources, covering cloud computing and consultations with experts from the company; Algotech BSC, were used. The main added value is in the dual point of view on the topic, from customer's and provider's viewpoints with a more detailed focus on ERP. The author suggests the right procedure for switching to the cloud, guidance with calculating ROI, TCO and preparing all necessary contracts and agreements.
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Google as a enterprise solution
Kutil, Ivan ; Koubský, Petr (advisor) ; Šedivý, Jan (referee)
The diploma thesis deals with the topic of cloud computing and its appropriate deployment in small and medium business. The objective of this thesis is to analyze the offer of Google products and to demonstrate measurable benefits of this solution. Introductory part of the thesis summarizes the history of IT and it is looking for the connection between history of IT and the term cloud computing. This term is described in detail with selected cloud computing characteristics. The main part of the thesis deals with analysis of Google services, technologies and platforms, which could be used in enterprise. The matters are viewed not only economically, but also from the technological and security point of view. In practical implementations are demonstrated measurable benefits of deployment to the Google cloud platform. Finally, the thesis provides the summary of platform's advantages and disadvantages with a description of practical advices for small and medium businesses
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Integration as a Service
Paluch, Juraj ; Burkoň, Lukáš (advisor) ; Feuerlicht, Jiří (referee)
This bachelor thesis deals with the integration of applications provided as a service (Software as a Service), with emphasis on the possibility of providing integration as a service (Integration as a Service). The paper explains the various concepts such as SaaS, IaaS, PaaS, Cloud Computing, as well as their subsequent use in a possible way of doing the integration itself. The final section presents one of representatives of the integration as a service - Boomi and its integration platform. Aim of this paper is to introduce possibilities for integration between SaaS applications as well as integration with traditional on-premise applications. The paper attempts to summarize and analyze the processes, opportunities, advantages, disadvantages and possible obstacles to such integration, while the purpose of this analysis is to clarify issues and to bring technical solutions and integration capabilities as a service.
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SaaS IT helpdesk - Innovating conception of IT helpdesk
Andrle, Tomáš ; Pour, Jan (advisor) ; Mikulka, Pavel (referee)
This bachelor thesis is focused on information systems, which purpose is to support business processes of IT Helpdesks. The first part is analytical. Possibility of practical usage in varying organizational specifications (size, scope of business, etc.) is critically evaluated by examples and characteristics of product variants available on the market. An important aspect of deployment and operation of IT helpdesk proved to be a problem providing human and infrastructure resources. End of this part motivationally summarizes nowadays shortcomings of current conceptions of IT helpdesk information systems. The second part, which is the main contribution of this thesis and is the original part, comes to unravel problems of the analysis. The solution consists in the innovative concept of the IT helpdesk, which would be available to the public without need of upfront investments, and which would operate as a distributed service model according to the principles of Software as a Service (SaaS). The new concept offers series of procedural and implementing improvements to centralize it in one consolidated unit. The concept illustrates the map of functional components and abstracted operating environment of potential product. The conclusion of the original part of work is devoted to motivational site of this concept, where possible valuation method of potential service is introduced. The work aspires to become a manual for developers of similar solutions, who can draw on the rich experience of the author and reflect written images of "ideal" SaaS IT helpdesk into real commercial products.
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Consequences of SaaS Model
Žamberský, Martin ; Bruckner, Tomáš (advisor) ; Hrnko, Petr (referee)
This diploma thesis deals with the theme of Software as a Service (SaaS) model. Software as a Service is one of the main trends in ICT sector during the past few years. The aim of this diploma thesis is to introduce readers this model in its wide ranging consequences and to accomplish a comparison of selected applications from office suite in SaaS model with applications from office suite Microsoft Office. Diploma thesis can be divided into two parts - the first part focuses on the theoretical basis (chapters 2 - 5) and the second part focuses on practical part (chapter 6). The third chapter (the first and second chapters are introduction) describes Software as a Service model and provides answers to the most frequently asked questions that belong to this model. Chapter number four introduces other trends in ICT industry and seeks and finds synergies between SaaS model and those trends. The next chapter deals with the "Does IT Matter?" question and SaaS model. Practical part of diploma thesis (chapter number six) includes comparison of applications from office suite in SaaS model (Google Docs and Zoho Office Suite) with selected applications from office suite Microsoft Office. Pieces of information for creation of this thesis are public accessible resources and resources accessible from University of Economic in Prague. Web 2.0 tools can provide relevant information. This thesis can be useful as instructional material for students and for interested persons. It can be also useful as a source of arguments for persons with competence of choosing information systems.
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Enterprise SaaS application market launch
Koutný, Jiří ; Burkoň, Lukáš (advisor) ; Feuerlicht, Jiří (referee)
The goal of this work is to describe the model for providing software as a service from the perspective of enterprises, compare it with other models of providing software and present potential benefits and risks of this interesting concept. The practical part of this work includes a comprehensive guide of launching the specific SaaS application into the market. At the beginning of the work I try to define the concept of SaaS and describe its historical background. In the main chapter of the theoretical part I compare the key features of SaaS compared to traditional software in the perspective of enterprises and describe its use for specific types of applications. Theoretical part conclusion is a reflection on the future of the SaaS model, including potential problems and impacts on the ICT market. The practical part of my work describes the strategy of launching my own SaaS application called Collabim into the market. The application is used for administration and analyzing activities associated with search engine optimization (SEO). Introduction of the practical part shows the most important functions and tools of Collabim and the environment in which it has been created. Furthermore, it describes the target group, competition analysis, SWOT analysis, marketing strategy, the analysis of costs and revenues and defines the main objectives of the project. Finally I summarize current status of the project, describe the mistakes I made, and schedule all activities that must be done before Collabim market lunch. The full conclusion is devoted to the reflection on the future of the entire project.
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Transformation of applications into SaaS model
Cvrček, Jaroslav ; Gála, Libor (advisor) ; Kruml, Aleš (referee)
The diploma thesis deals with the definition of transformation process of the "appropriate" application into Software as a Service (SaaS) distribution model. For this purpose, it describes the SaaS model and evaluates its pros and cons in four points of view -- developer, distributor, customer and user. Following parts of the model description are an estimation of the future evolution of the SaaS model, the introduction of application SaaS Platforms and the specification of appropriate application for the SaaS model. Next chapter deals with the specifications of the application distributed in the Software as a Service model. These specifications define all needed application properties that have to be implemented in the transformation process. These specifications are for example differentiation of customer data and administration access, configuration and customization, application and data security, business and pricing model, service level agreement etc. The last chapter deals with the formulation of the transformation process of the application into SaaS model. Individual activities of the process are closely described and demonstrated on the preparation of details for the transformation of the web-based application Audit Information Tracker into SaaS model.
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Analysis of The current ERP market products
Vašek, Martin ; Pour, Jan (advisor) ; Basl, Josef (referee)
The work is concerning with actual trends in a course of ERP products. It follows fundamental characteristics important for development of the company, which is implementing new IS; my work is also trying to help differently-sized companies to choose the right software solution. It contributes to an explanation of possible complications during or after the implementation of a system. It is pointedly concentrating on the real impact of the whole project on a company's atmosphere and employees; and is trying to remove unrealistic expectations resulting from the new ERP system. It investigates dissimilarities between the Czech and the World market at a field of whole-company information systems, whereas it mainly focuses on the Czech user. On the basis of several surveys and studies it compares the expected impact with the real impact, resulting from implementation of current ERP systems. The influence of global changes in a world economy on IT products is analyzed as well. At the close of my work appears characteristics of the latest approaches to questions of company's information systems, namely ERP in form of Software as a Service (SaaS).
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