Jiwa leverages platforms such as Microsoft Azure or Amazon Web Services. Using established and trusted services for cloud storage can give you peace of mind that your data is in safe hands.
There are two main options for using Jiwa in a cloud environment:
⇒ Microsoft Azure
⇒ A different cloud solution such as Amazon Web Services
Our recommendation is using Microsoft SQL Azure for the database as it provides virtually zero maintenance burden and redundant storage.
You will need the S3 Performance Tier (100 DTU’s) to start with, and scale up as needed.
You will have a choice of a Remote Desktop Services (RDS) model or Azure Virtual Desktops (AVD).
Azure Virtual Desktops are an alternative to RDS, but keep in mind if you also want services such as the REST API or Plugin Scheduler to be configured, then these should be on a dedicated virtual machine.
Please note: Your RDS or AVD must be in the same region as your Azure SQL Server.
It is possible to scale up or scale down easily, depending on your experience. The Azure pricing page shows all the available scenarios.
In estimating the cost of your cloud solution don’t forget to allow for migration assistance from Jiwa or your technical support. We have found 3 to 6 hours of time a reasonable amount, depending on your circumstances.
There are a number of different models on the market. The RDS server requirements for solutions other than Microsoft Azure are the same as the on-premise requirements.
As a general rule, Jiwa the application requires 512MB of RAM and one CPU core or VCore. Under provisioning the CPU cores is usually acceptable, as the Jiwa CPU usage is bursty – it does depend on the usage patterns of the users, but plan for 0.5 cores per user as a starting point, in addition to 2 cores for the operating system.
| Feature | Minimum Requirement | Recommendation |
|---|---|---|
|
CPU |
2 Cores + 0.5 cores per Jiwa User |
2 Cores + 1 Core per Jiwa User |
|
RAM |
4GB + 0.5GB Per Jiwa User |
8GB + 1GB Per Jiwa User |
|
DISK |
SSD |
SSD |
|
POWER |
Redundant PSU |
Redundant PSU |
|
SOFTWARE |
MS Windows Server x64 2016 or later |
Latest MS Windows Server x64 |
In many instances a cloud based solution will give you faster access to your information - albeit dependant on your site's download and upload internet speeds. For a single premise business with poor internet connectivity, an on-premise storage solution could prove faster than cloud storage.
Cloud storage solutions can easily service businesses with multiple premises. When accessing data from multiple premises or even off-site, a cloud solution can give everyone in the company adequate access when they need it. This can obviously boost productivity, accuracy and customer service.
A cloud solution can grow with your business with quick and simple account changes/additions. This is a benefit of utilising a facility with infrastructure built for exactly the purpose of storing data.
Dedicated, monitored and maintained infrastructure can reduce the risk of data loss resulting from hardware failure. Data centres have more safety and hazard precautions in place than the average company which means your data is most likely in safer hands than if it were on-premise. But remember, it's always good practice to maintain your own backups whether you use an on-premise or cloud solution.
