Hosted vs. Installed Software

Understanding the differences between Hosted and Installed Software is important in deciding which is best for you. Read below for a comparison of the two applications and what they offer.

PRICE

• Hosted applications charge a continuous fee for the duration of the service.
• Installed software has a one-time purchase fee.

SECURITY

• Hosted applications provide their own security and data backup (often a higher level than you could implement yourself).
• Installed software does not come with built-in security or data backup, therefore, you are responsible for implementing and managing your own system(s).

ACCESS

• Hosted applications offer remote access. This means as long as you have an internet connection you will be able to access the software.
• Installed software is not typically remote. However, a dedicated IT professional could set up and maintain remote access.

UPDATES

• Hosted applications bundle updates, tech support and trouble-shooting into their monthly fee structure.
• Installed software does not include updates, tech support or trouble-shooting. Any after-sale support would be an extra cost.

CUSTOMIZATION

• Hosted applications will offer a certain amount of customizations, but they are limited by the system.
• Installed software does not offer limitless customization either, but you could hire a developer to update the software to your needs.

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Monetize Your Cloud: Brand Licensing

Now that you have the "cloud", the question is what are you going to put in it?

If you have not considered intellectual property (commonly: brand names, icons, characters) you should.

Why? According to the Federal Trade Commission, less than 10 years ago 80% of the components of the S&P 500 Market Value were intangible assets (intellectual property being the largest component). In 2008, global licensing revenue was greater than $150 Billion USD and growing at a rate of 25-35% a year. Yet, while global licensing revenue has increased by up to 35%, IBISWorld (the world's largest independent publisher of U.S. industry research) calculates that the number of companies operating in this field has only increased by 1% annually.

Licensing your intangible assets is an easy way to grow your revenue. If you own the rights to vintage brands, revive them. Established assets do not require extensive marketing or exposure. Newer assets? Test the waters at one of many global licensing trade shows.Once you have interested licensees and have negotiated rights contracts, it is up to your licensees to produce.

Licensees want the rights to your products, most often because there is already a demand for your brand, icon or character. Instead of taking a chance on a new brand name, they buy the reassurance that your brand recognition gives them. They then create products using the rights you have sold them-- all pre-approved by you.

That is where MyMediabox comes in. MyMediabox offers cloud technology specifically tailored to the needs of the licensing industry. Store, share and promote digital assets with licensees in Mediabox-DAM. From there interact with licensees throughout the entire creative process with Mediabox-PA (we can even integrate Licensor/Licensee contracts using Mediabox-DM). The MyMediabox suite helps you ensure the integrity of your brand, while you grow your revenue through licensing.

Interested in learning more about consumer products licensing or the MyMediabox suite of licensing solutions? Visit us at www.mymediabox.com.

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Now that we have the Cloud...

"The Lighter Side of the Cloud- Transformation" By David at www.cloudtweaks.com

... aliens can have earth.

Cloud Computing Explained

CNN video explains cloud computing.

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IT On Cloud Nine

CloudTweaks.com gives insight into the lighter side of cloud computing!

Interested in seeing how software-as-a-service can streamline your creative workflow, digital asset management or deal memo management? 

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Press Release: Conecture Technologies, LLC surpasses 100 active website milestone in May 2012

June 7, 2012- Atlanta, Ga-- By May of 2012, Conecture Technologies, LLC reached their milestone of 100 active MyMediabox websites under management. Now just one month later that number has grown to 107, giving Conecture Technologies a 300% increase in new business compared to the first five months of 2011. MyMediabox systems (Mediabox-PA, Mediabox-DAM and Mediabox-DM) are currently implemented by 76 leading Licensors and Agents and used by over 7,000 companies and 35,000 users globally.

New MyMediabox sites in 2012 include: Zinkia Entertainment, ASPCA, JD Sports Fashion, SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, Ubisoft, Sanrio, The National Wildlife Federation, Activision, Magic Light Pictures, American Greetings Properties, Exim Licensing, Dori Media Group, Stardoll and John Wayne Enterprises.

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