We started BioIT Solutions after working as the IT department at an emerging Biotech company for over a decade. During that experience, we witnessed firsthand the need to integrate multiple systems together to support the business. We also noticed that the licensing approach taken by vendors often placed artificial restraints on adoption and could end up being counterproductive to overall company efficiency. The widespread use of seat licensing acted as a brake on adoption because it was deemed too expensive to provide access to infrequent users.
That’s why we offer site licenses. Licensing isn’t just a pricing model; it’s a strategic choice that shapes how your team works and the value you gain from your systems. The site license approach aligns with a simple truth: the more people who use the system, the greater the value of the data it generates. By removing access limitations, site licenses enable companies to foster collaboration and avoid data duplication, which in turn fosters data integrity.
One point also stands out: getting multiple departments and functions onboard reinforces data accuracy. For instance, having the accounting department and the warehouse functions both using a system causes data to coalesce so that it’s useful to both groups. Likewise, having manufacturing and quality control collaborating in the same system drives convergence between the compositional and qualitative material descriptions.
Another consideration in favor of site licensing is simplicity. There’s no need to monitor seat usage, and budgeting and billing are simplified because prices are predictable. From the vendor’s point of view, site licensing does provide a challenge because increased system usage can drive up support costs. It is imperative to set the site license at a fair level so both parties can benefit.
Ultimately, the choice between site licensing and seat licensing is about vision. Seat licensing focuses on controlling access; site licensing focuses on unlocking potential. By enabling everyone at a location to use the system, site licenses ensure that your organization is fully leveraging the value of its software, creating opportunities for innovation, efficiency, and collaboration.
At BioIT Solutions, we’re committed to helping our customers realize the full potential of their systems and their data. A site license isn’t just about convenience—it’s about empowering your team to achieve more, together. Let 1Platform4® Manufacturing be your “Digital On-Ramp”. Email us at sales@bioit.com or fill out your contact details in the form below.
