The Messaging Platform can be deployed in a client's data centre or run remotely as an application service. The choice depends on:

Installation resources. Space may be already available in the client's data centre so an in-house installation could save money and simplify integration.

Networking requirements. An IVR or web site may need to be deployed in a particular geographic location for regulatory reasons, or the Platform as a whole may need to be deployed in a data centre with good connections to a public SMS centre.

Application availability. If the application requires fast response and high availability (for example, if transaction speed is critical), then redundant network connections, automatic emergency power, etc., may be necessary. If the service only provides data, then less expensive options may be available.

After analysing these requirements with the client, Cloudgate can determine the most cost-effective options for system configuration, deployment, and operations. We monitor our systems 24x7 regardless of deployment option.