Client-Server Systems in Business Environments

Group 6: Justin Lee, Justin Zgodzinski, Dan Cohen, Nick Williams, Jeremy Hanes, Dale Smith

The Basics of Client-Server Technology

Consists of a centralized server and many clients connected through a network that share data with the server and with each other.

The Basics of Client-Server Technology

Users can keep data in a central place o Easier collaboration o Frees up disk space Widely used by businesses for years Can be costly

What has Client-Server Technology Done for Businesses/Organizations?

Implementation of client/server systems prompted change in organizational structure o Change wasn't always initially well received Initial cost high, early troubleshooting difficult Eventually improved functionality, efficiency, and functionality of organizations

Businesses gain a competitive advantage

The Future of Client-Server Technology

Cloud Computing o Advantages Access Storage Security o Disadvantages Risk/Liability

Server Client Productivity

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Application Report - Bradley University

Private University with about 6000 students o Won a number of accolades Switched from a Mainframe to a client-server environment
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First priority- Advancement System

Second Priority- Accounting and Finance Systems

Third Priority- Student Record and Admission Systems

Benefits afforded to Bradley University

Financial o upgrade costs Ease of use o services o programs User Satisfaction