Cloud solution
Cloud asset management software, accessible anywhere
What is cloud asset management software?
Cloud (or SaaS) asset management software is hosted online by the vendor: you access it from a web browser or a mobile app, with nothing to install or maintain on your own servers. Your data is centralized, synced in real time and available to the whole team, wherever they are.
With Hector, the vendor handles hosting, security, backups and updates. You have no data center to administer and no download to manage: you log in and you work.
Why choose a cloud solution?
Real-time access, everywhere
Reach your up-to-date data anytime and anywhere, from a computer or a mobile. The whole team works on the same tool at the same time, with no manual syncing.
Zero installation, zero IT maintenance
Many software tools require in-house skills to keep the infrastructure running. Hector frees you from that: we keep the solution running while you focus on your real priorities. No server to set up, no download to deploy.
Secure, redundant hosting
Your data is protected by the cloud’s security mechanisms, with redundancy that keeps it available around the clock, even if a component fails. You lose nothing.
Barcode scanning right on mobile
No more external scanner: the mobile app reads barcodes, QR codes and RFID tags. On a jobsite, at the office or in the warehouse, a phone or tablet is all you need to track your assets and save time.
Scalability and integrations
Whether you are a small operation or a large organization running an ERP, Hector connects to your tools through its native integrations and its API.
Teamwork, made simple
Several team members work on the same software at once, with data that stays consistent, no more file versions that contradict each other.
A barcode reader right in your pocket
With the mobile app, your phone or tablet becomes the scanner. Barcodes, QR codes, RFID tags: everything is handled from the app, with no extra hardware. Wherever you are, you track your assets precisely and save considerable time.
Data redundancy, what exactly is it?
Redundancy means duplicating systems to keep your data available at all times. In practice: even if a component fails, the software stays functional and you lose nothing. Hector’s cloud hosting applies several redundancy points within the data center to keep your hosted assets safe, in all circumstances.
In short, here is what the cloud solution gives you:
- Easy to use for every team member
- No database to administer manually
- No risk of data loss
- Maximized speed and features
- Secure hosting
- Available on mobile through the app
- No download required
- Available on the web from any computer
- Simultaneous teamwork on the same tool
Hector connects to all your tools
Through its API, Hector links to the tools you already use: ERP, accounting software, point-of-sale systems, SSO, and many more through our native integrations. You keep all your processes in sync with your organization’s needs.
Cloud or installed software: which to choose?
Locally installed software means a server, a team to maintain it and access limited to the internal network. The cloud removes these constraints: access everywhere, maintenance handled by the vendor, data backed up and redundant.
| Criteria | Hector (cloud) | Installed software |
|---|---|---|
| Installation | None, ready to use | Server to configure |
| Maintenance and updates | Handled by the vendor | On your IT team |
| Remote access | Anywhere, web and mobile | Limited to internal network |
| Backup and redundancy | Built in | Set up it yourself |
| Collaborative work | Simultaneous, consistent data | Often siloed |
| Barcode scanning | Built-in mobile (QR, RFID) | External scanner required |
| Startup cost | Lower (subscription) | Hardware, license and IT |
Software built for every industry
Hector adapts to your needs, whatever your industry.
Everything you need
Asset Tracking
Get an instant overview of all your hardware and software assets, with a flexible tool that adapts to your needs.
Equipment Loans
Automate equipment check-in and check-out, and keep clear track of your loans and rentals.
Mobile App
Access Hector anywhere: track your assets, scan your items and reserve equipment securely.
Report Generation
No more manual reports. Generate your inventories and equipment audits in just a few clicks.
Notifications & Reminders
Get alerted automatically whenever an action, an overdue return or a maintenance task needs your attention.
Data Security
Your sensitive information is protected and stored in a highly secure environment.
Barcodes & QR Codes
Generate and scan barcodes and QR codes to track your assets quickly and without errors.
RFID Inventory
Identify your assets by radio frequency (RFID): no more manual entry or time lost during inventory counts.
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User Synchronization
Import your employees, students or clients so they can access Hector and act autonomously.
Single Sign-On (SSO)
Log in instantly with single sign-on, without re-entering your credentials every time.
Operations Module
Manage your daily activities: procurement, preparation, delivery and repair of your equipment.
Cloud Solution
Your inventory hosted in the Cloud, synced and accessible anytime, anywhere.
Inventory Reconciliation
Compare your physical inventory against your Hector data, spot discrepancies and make your stock reliable fast.
Iris Module
Link your QR codes to specific actions and trigger creation, movement or consumption in a single scan.
Accounting Module
Centralize invoices and payments in Hector: templates, documents and clear tracking of your transactions.
Your questions, answered
What is cloud (SaaS) software?
It is software hosted online by the vendor, which you access from a web browser or a mobile app, with nothing to install or maintain on your own servers. Data is centralized, synced and available everywhere.
Do you need to install a server or download anything?
No. Hector requires no installation and no server. You log in from the web or the mobile app, and the vendor handles hosting and maintenance.
Is my data safe in the cloud?
Yes. Your data is protected by the cloud’s security mechanisms and benefits from redundancy that keeps it available around the clock, even if a component fails.
What is data redundancy?
It is the duplication of systems to keep data available at all times. Even if a component fails, the software stays operational and no data is lost.
Can you access Hector on mobile and on the web?
Yes. Hector is available from any computer via the web and from a mobile app, with no special download on the computer side.
Does Hector integrate with my other tools?
Yes. Through its API and native integrations, Hector connects to your existing tools (ERP, accounting, SSO, POS and more) to keep your processes in sync.