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A new study by independent research consultants Robert Hale and Associates found that iPrism Web Filter users spend one-half the time spent by Websense and SurfControl users on their Web filtering tasks. The study results have strong implications for organizations looking to reduce total cost of ownership while maintaining robust network security.
A summary of study findings includes:
- For all companies and all parameters surveyed, Websense and SurfControl customers spent twice as much time in the first year as EdgeWave iPrism users. EdgeWave iPrism users spent an average of 483 hours per year, Websense users spent 1,040 hours and SurfControl users spent 910 hours.
- The dramatic difference in hours spent was across all tasks associated with a Web filter that were measured including set up and installation, management and administration, hardware maintenance and reporting.
- The study found that EdgeWave iPrism users need to re-boot less often then Websense and SurfControl users
- A larger number of Websense and SurfControl customers have switched to iPrism than have iPrism customers switched to either Websense or SurfControl
When calculating the total cost of ownership (TCO) of any hardware or software product, the acquisition price is just part of the equation. According to a recent Gartner report, TCO can be up to 4.5 times higher than your initial acquisition price. Gartner states that the main variable driving up TCO is labor costs. The good news is that labor costs are actually the most manageable part of the equation. This TCO study shows you how dramatically iPrism cuts the time your IT staff will spend on all tasks associated with web filtering compared to Websense and SurfControl. The difference directly affects your bottom line.
The study, the first of its kind in North America, measured the costs involved in acquiring a Web filtering solution, analyzing those that extend beyond the initial solution price. These costs can include additional hardware and software required to operate the solution, time spent on integration and others factors. The study found that iPrism TCA is up to 43% lower than the comparable Websense solution for an average 750 seat network.
Learn more about iPrisms TCA study
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