So you’re currently using legacy software, or, worse, you still don’t know that you are. If any of these scenarios apply to you, you’ve come to the right place!
While you may be completely happy with your current software, your customers may not feel the same. A Microsoft study concluded that more than 90% of consumers would consider taking their business elsewhere rather than work with a company that used outdated technology. If you’ve seen a decrease in customer retention, this may very well be one of the reasons why. Updating your software at your Training Organisation is critical to maintaining projected growth and is a necessity for your business to succeed. Not only does outdated software make customers feel uneasy, but it can have many more spiralling effects on your training organisation.
If you’ve purchased education software in the past, it may tick along for years - even decades, doing exactly what you purchased it to do, but has not changed with time to meet the demands of a modern business, so, how exactly can you pinpoint when your software is outdated and when it is time to upgrade?
To help you answer this question and identify the many benefits a modern student information and management system can bring to your training organisation, we’ve provided a comparison table below.
Outdated Vs. Modern Software comparison
USER COMPARISON |
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User Access |
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Outdated Software Must log in manually to access the system. |
Modern Software Login via an internet browser. |
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The benefit of Modern Software Access the system on any PC, anywhere and at any time on the go with a working internet connection. |
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User Experience |
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Outdated Software Clunky, frustrating to use, cluttered, slow. |
Modern Software Easy to use. Similar user experience to other personal apps, quick response. |
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Benefit of Modern Software Pleasant user experience. Quick to initiate tasks. |
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User Restrictions |
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Outdated Software A restricted number of logged-in users at one time. |
Modern Software Unlimited user access. |
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Benefit of Modern Software Increased efficiency amongst staff members, and the business as a whole. |
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Two Factor Authentication |
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Outdated Software Less protected user access/ login process. |
Modern Software Protected and structured user access/login process. |
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Benefit of Modern Software Data is protected with an extra layer of security. Only authenticated users can access data. |
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SYSTEM COMPARISON |
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Integration |
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Outdated Software Must log in manually to access the system. |
Modern Software Slick integration with various apps and automation (eg. APIs, Xero, Moodle, Canvas, SurveyMonkey plus government integrations) |
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The benefit of Modern Software Allows for multiple systems to connect, saving you time by removing the need to bounce between applications. |
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Support |
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Outdated Software Minimal or no support. |
Modern Software Various support channels including, integrated chat bot, telephone support, ticket support system, email etc. |
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The benefit of Modern Software Queries are resolved with a quicker turn-around time. Queries are guaranteed to be resolved. |
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Updates |
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Outdated Software Manually installed. Infrequent. Mainly consist of compliance changes. |
Modern Software Updates are automated and occur frequently. Many new features to revolutionise education management. |
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The benefit of Modern Software Updated features enhance the user experience, and revolutionise education management. No downtime is required. |
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Operating System Dependent |
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Outdated Software Specific operating system requirements |
Modern Software No requirements. Works in any browser. |
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The benefit of Modern Software Users are not limited to a particular operating system. This provides flexibility and the choice of an operating system. |
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Backups |
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Outdated Software Reliant on physical hardware and a backup strategy |
Modern Software Fully managed data hosting and backup. |
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The benefit of Modern Software Backups are secure, frequent, automated, and monitored. Complete peace of mind. |
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If you are experiencing any of the challenges outdated software brings, it may be time to relook at your software and do the necessary upgrade to ensure you provide tools to support excellent teaching, seamless administration, and of course, the best student experience.
What are you waiting for? Explore Wisenet and let us take your software experience to the next level today!
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