Desktop applications frequently have rich features yet present barriers for efficient sharing and updating. Web-based applications are fast and easy, but can be browser-specific. The answer is a “smart client” solution, which provides organizations with the best of both worlds.

Crowe Horwath LLP creates solutions that respond to the highly distinct business needs of our clients. We can build smart client applications that deliver multiple advantages because of intelligent capabilities built into our solutions.

“Rich” and “reach” applications. Smart client applications combine the rich user interface of Microsoft® Windows®-based applications with the reach of a Web client. The auto-update capabilities reduce deployment costs and increase ease of access.

Enabling partially connected users. Smart client applications enable users to work offline and then, while connected to the network, data can be synchronized with auto-update capabilities built into the solution.

For a multinational company, Crowe developed a smart client solution that reduces expense and improves employee productivity. The company used to send out several thousand CDs each quarter to update an internal application. Crowe created auto-update capability within the application. Rather than having to create and distribute thousands of CDs to multiple offices worldwide every three months, the client now benefits from a smart client solution that streamlines processes, saves employees’ time, and avoids unnecessary expense.

Our smart client solutions are created using the Microsoft platform. Examples of the technologies we build on include the .NET Framework and SQL Server, along with SQL Reporting Services and BizTalk® Server. These adaptable components enable Crowe’s developers to save time and reduce costs for our clients.

Crowe is one of the few, select companies to be named a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner in multiple areas, including Information Worker Productivity Solutions, Security Solutions, and Custom Development Solutions with specialization in Web and smart client development. We create solutions that appeal to companies seeking streamlined processes that can improve accuracy and quality while reducing recurring costs.

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