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Access Software Hosting and Application Hosting Solutions

Our leading software hosting solutions provide Access Software customers with a robust, secure platform for their hosted applications and data; whilst guaranteeing effective uptime and 24/7 customer support to keep their business running smoothly.

Securely and reliably host your applications as well as provide the perfect data protection platform for your organisation’s sensitive information.

With reliable uptime, inclusive maintenance, and 24/7 customer support, the Access Group’s hosting services are an invaluable resource for businesses looking to improve their operations.

Key features of our Access Software hosting platform

Built, managed and maintained by Access engineers, the Access Cloud Hosting platform has been designed to host your Access applications in the cloud.​

Discover how Access Managed IT Services can support your business’s hosting requirements, leaving you feeling confident that your systems and data is secure, compliant and available for you to access anytime, from any secure location.

Secure backups
  • Automated Backups: Designed to run automatically on a schedule, minimising the risk of data loss due to human error or oversights.
  • Offsite Storage: we store backups in secure, offsite locations to protect against data loss due to events such as natural disasters, theft, or fire.
  • Encryption: to protect data backups both during transmission and while they are stored, ensuring that your data remains secure and protected at all times.
  • Rapid Restoration: our solutions are designed to make data restoration quick and easy, allowing you to quickly recover your data in the event of an outage or data loss.
Secure Backups
Flexible working environments
  • Remote access with single sign on: With a single login for all your systems, users can easily switch devices and pick up where they left off in real time, allowing users to work from anywhere.
  • Work from anywhere: Access critical data, tools, and applications including Microsoft Teams wherever you are working on any authorised device.
  • Scalability: The platform is designed to handle spikes in traffic and usage, making it easy for businesses to scale their operations up or down as needed.
Flexible Working Environments and Better Collaboration
Lower IT costs
  • Reduced IT Infrastructure Costs: avoid the upfront costs associated with purchasing and maintaining on premise servers.
  • Lower maintenance costs: Cloud hosting providers handle the maintenance and upgrades of the infrastructure, which can save businesses significant time and money on IT maintenance tasks.
  • Reduced Hardware Costs: When businesses use cloud hosting services, they do not need to purchase and maintain their own physical servers, which can be a significant cost savings.
  • Scalability: only pay for the resources you use, allowing your business to scale its IT resources up or down as needed, without paying for unused capacity.
Lower IT Costs
Expert technical support
  • 24/7 UK-based support: speak to an expert engineer, first time, every time, 365 days of the year.
  • Dedicated technical support: technical issues are always dealt with by 3rd line engineers, (no gatekeepers or first line support) allowing them to resolve your queries quicker.
  • Highly qualified engineers: all of our engineers are VMware certified with qualifications in Data Centre Design and CISCO CCIE
  • Policies and controls: proactive monitoring with alerts, and ITILv3 best practice ensure the highest levels of technical support.
Expert Support

Why choose Access Software and Application Hosting Solutions?

With over 60,000 customers and over 2 decades of success hosting our Access software in the cloud, we are the experts when it comes to the all-encompassing task of protecting your data.​

Our software hosting platform provides the highest level of performance and reliability to our Access software customers. It is the perfect choice for businesses that require fast, secure, and reliable hosting for their Access software and applications. Ensuring the safety and security of your data is our utmost priority, and our team of reliable, proactive engineers ensure customers have peace of mind that they are always ahead of the curve when it comes to the latest technology advances.​

Top benefits of our cloud based Access Application Hosting Services

Our purpose-build cloud hosting platform means we can provide a powerful, secure, and reliable hosting environment to Access software customers. Benefit from the highest standards of encryption, performance optimisations, backups, security configurations and more that can drastically improve the speed and reliability of your applications.

  • Security: Our Access software hosting solutions are designed to be highly secure, with multiple layers of protection to safeguard your data and applications from unauthorised access or data breaches.
  • Reliability: Our heavy investment in building a robust infrastructure that is designed to provide high availability and uptime ensures Access software customers always have access to their core business systems.
  • Scalability: our cloud hosting services are designed to be highly scalable, allowing you to quickly and easily add resources as needed to accommodate growth or changing usage patterns.
  • Flexibility: We offer a wide range of hosting services, including public, private, and hybrid cloud hosting, as well as managed hosting servicesThis provides greater flexibility in choosing the hosting solution that best meets your organisation's needs.
  • Technical Support: Access provides technical support to help you manage your hosting environment and troubleshoot any issues that may arise. This can be especially helpful for organisations that do not have dedicated IT staff or expertise in-house.

Download our Access Managed IT Services Brochure and discover how we can help your firm stay on top!

Managing every aspect of your IT

We offer an unrivalled set of managed IT services to UK business, with the capability to manage your entire network security, or just a small part to complement your internal expertise. Check out our managed IT support and backup & disaster recovery solutions. Or perhaps you require our cloud expertise to help modernise your business through hosting services or cloud hosting? We’re huge on managed IT security solutions and our Microsoft 365 services, IT compliance and cyber security solutions achieve both the highest levels of security and productivity.

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Managed IT Support

Our expert team provides tailored IT support that aligns with your business goals. We can fully manage your IT infrastructure or assist with day-to-day tasks, so you can focus on growing your business.

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Virtual Desktops

Work securely from anywhere with our modern Virtual Desktop solutions. We offer application hosting and ensure your business stays protected with top-notch security protocols.

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Microsoft 365

Maximise your investment in Microsoft 365 with our specialist team. We provide expert support for migration, licensing, and security to ensure your business is leveraging the full potential of this technology.

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Managed IT Security

Our comprehensive security solutions cover compliance, cyber essentials, network, user, and device security. We keep you up to date with industry regulations and protect your business from cyber threats.

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Cloud Hosting

Our team provides expert guidance on cloud solutions, including Public, Private, Hybrid, IaaS, and Managed IaaS. We can help you leverage the latest cloud technologies and access tools like The Access Cloud and Microsoft Azure.

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Disaster Recovery

Be prepared for the unexpected with our comprehensive disaster recovery plan. We ensure minimal downtime and quick recovery of critical data and systems in the event of a disaster.

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Access Software Hosting Solutions FAQs

What is software hosting?

Software hosting is the process of providing customers with access to an application or software through a cloud computing platform. It enables companies to provide services such as online file storage and web applications, while also freeing up employees' time in IT departments by taking on the job of maintaining, updating, and protecting these services against cyber threats.

How do I choose a cloud hosting software provider?

To start, research the reputation of each provider - be sure to read user reviews, case studies, and look at customer portfolios. Be sure to also consider what type of security each provider offers and check whether they are up to date with the latest developments in this field. Consider factors such as storage needs, budget, scalability, and expected level of maintenance and ensure these meet your longer term plans as a business.

What are the benefits of using cloud hosting?

Hosting your software in the cloud allows for easy access from any device, bringing down costs associated with traditional server networks. By keeping data stored in the cloud, users don't have to worry about servers crashing or backups due to hardware failure. Additionally, cloud hosting cuts down on energy usage and associated utility costs, making it an economically-friendly choice. Security is also a paramount consideration when looking at cloud hosting solutions as they encrypt key data and are quickly able to recognise traffic patterns that indicate potential malicious activity. Finally, since cloud infrastructures are always improving, more cutting edge technology is available faster and with fewer resources needed for implementation. All in all, the use of cloud hosting can result in huge improvements to stability, security and overall operational efficiency.

What are the different ways I can host my software?

There are many different ways you can host your software, from third-party vendors to self-hosted solutions. Businesses can decide between shared hosting, virtual private servers (VPS), dedicated servers and cloud-based plans. Each type of hosting carries its own advantages and disadvantages and must be weighed against the needs and usage of the software being deployed. By doing thorough research and speaking with industry professionals, companies can identify the best hosting options for their particular needs.

What are the things to consider when choosing a cloud hosting provider?

Choosing a cloud hosting provider is an important decision and there are numerous factors to consider before making the commitment. It is vital to select a provider with high performance levels, uptime and scalability, as well as one that understands your individual application requirements. Additionally, it’s wise to find out about the provider’s security measures and data residency policies, as well as their support capabilities so you know your data will remain secure. Finally, make sure to research pricing options and compare providers before settling on the solution that best meets both your budget and technical needs for the long-term.

What are the best cloud hosting providers for small businesses?

Cloud hosting providers are becoming more and more popular for small businesses, as they provide a cost-effective way to save data and take advantage of the convenience of cloud computing. Nowadays, there are many cloud hosting providers to choose from with varying levels of service and pricing options. When selecting the best provider for your small business, you should look at user feedback or reviews, check how well their customer service works and make sure that their services match your needs in terms of file storage capacity and other capabilities. Ultimately, the best cloud hosting provider for your business will depend on what type of features you require from the provider, such as scalability or security protocols. It often makes sense to spend some time researching different providers before deciding which one is best suited for your business’s particular needs.

What are the most common mistakes people make when choosing a cloud hosting provider?

When it comes to choosing a cloud hosting provider for their business, many people make the mistake of looking for the cheapest price. While budget is certainly an important factor to consider, there are other important considerations such as customer service and technical support, scalability options, available features and security protocols. People should ensure that however much they pay for hosting services, they will get quality service that meets their business needs. Additionally, they may want to consider opting for a provider which offers free trial periods so they can sample the capabilities of the service before actually committing to it. Failing to accurately research providers beforehand could prove costly in the long run and may result in not meeting your company's IT requirements.

How do I get the best deal on cloud hosting?

Finding the ideal cloud hosting deal can be easy if you know what to look for. First, research various providers to familiarise yourself with the features they have to offer. Compare prices to get an idea of the market rate and pay attention to the different packages on offer. Signing up for longer-term agreements can often yield great discounts, so be sure to check with your provider when selecting your plan. Additionally, it’s important to review customer reviews as this information can provide valuable insight into whether a provider is reliable and offers good customer service. With a bit of searching and comparing, you should be able to find great cloud hosting services at prices that work best for you.