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Chrome Enterprise Proof of Concept: Test First, Then Decide

In a realistic test environment, we work with your key users to determine whether Chrome OS fits your business needs, without any risk to your ongoing operations.

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Quick Check

Is Chrome OS a good fit for your business?

Five questions, one minute. You'll see right away how well-suited your setup is for Chrome OS.

1Does your team work primarily with web applications and cloud services?
2Are you already using Google Workspace, or are you planning to switch?
3Would you like to significantly reduce the effort required for updates and virus protection?
4Are there jobs with clearly defined responsibilities, such as at the front desk or in customer service?
5Are there any equipment replacements scheduled for the next two years?
Your result
Still pending

Answer the five questions, and the result will appear here.

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Your Added Value

What the Proof of Concept Offers You

Empower your users, free up your IT department. The PoC provides the foundation for an informed decision.

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01

A low-maintenance IT infrastructure

Chrome OS updates itself and requires very little maintenance from your IT department.

02

Secure Endpoints for the Cloud

Devices are protected from the ground up and can be managed centrally.

03

Significantly reduce costs

We'll calculate your total cost of ownership. You could save up to 50 percent.

04

Promoting Hybrid Work

Your team works just as securely no matter where they are—in the office, at home, or on the go.

The Difference

From Assumption to Informed Decision

Today
You don't know if your apps will run on Chrome OS.
The costs of switching are unclear.
A change seems risky for ongoing operations.
Your users aren't familiar with Chrome OS in their everyday lives.
After the proof of concept
The Readiness Check shows what is running directly and what is virtualized.
A TCO comparison makes the costs transparent.
Both infrastructures run in parallel, without any risk.
Your key users have tested Chrome OS in real-world, everyday situations.
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Proven experience

300+
Swiss companies as customers
2013
has been working with small and medium-sized enterprises since this year
ISO 9001 certified by Swiss Safety CenterISO/IEC 27001 certified by Swiss Safety Center
9001 and 27001 for Quality and Information Security
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Certified Partnerships, Google, and Microsoft

Chrome Enterprise Expertise

Our consultants are certified Chrome OS administrators and are familiar with the platform from their work on numerous projects.

Proven Framework

The business case, TCO, readiness check, and trial operation follow a proven process.

Equipment rentals available upon request

For the test, we can provide Chromebooks or Chromeboxes upon request.

"StackWorks understood our needs. Their staff is knowledgeable. In addition, our collaboration with them has proven to be very pragmatic and transparent."

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Moritz Schneider, CEO of Mediaschneider AG and Hoy AG
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Scope of Services

What the Proof of Concept Encompasses

We examine your devices and applications and build a test environment that runs in parallel with your current infrastructure.

  1. 01Business Case WorkshopTogether, we’ll develop the right solution—whether for frontline workers, cloud workers, or contact centers.
  2. 02Total Cost of OwnershipWe compare your total cost of ownership today and with Chrome Enterprise.
  3. 03ChromeOS Readiness CheckWe check whether devices and applications are ready or if virtualization is a viable option.Parallels, Citrix, or VMware
  4. 04Hybrid Test EnvironmentWe install the instance and clients. Your key users test them in real-world scenarios.Chromebooks and Chromeboxes
  5. 05PoC ConclusionWe will evaluate the test together and prepare for a potential pilot project.
At a Glance
ResultWell-Informed Decision
ProcedureWorkshop, Test, Conclusion
EquipmentRental equipment available upon request
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Proof of Concept
Test Results
Sign In with a Google Account
fulfilled
Business Applications in the Browser
fulfilled
Printing and Peripherals
fulfilled
Working Offline
in part
Total Cost of Ownership Today
100%
With Chrome OS
64%
Recommendation: Run the pilot

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Your result

Find out if Chrome OS is right for you

By the end of the proof of concept, you'll know which workstations are worth upgrading to Chrome OS and what the switch will cost.

  • Business Case for Your Company
  • Comparison of Total Cost of Ownership
  • Results of the Readiness Check
  • Recommendation for a Pilot Project
Procedure

Four Steps to Making Your Decision

The first step is a one-on-one meeting. After that, you can take your time to decide.

1

Initial consultation

We'll get back to you with a suggested date and discuss workstations, applications, and goals. After that, you'll receive a clear quote.

Kevin Heeb, Senior Cloud Consultant at StackWorks
Kevin Heeb
Senior Cloud Consultant
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Business Case and TCO

During the workshop, we'll get an overview of your IT infrastructure and calculate the total cost of ownership.

3

Readiness Check and Test Environment

We test devices and applications and set up the test environment while operations are ongoing.

4

Test and Conclusion

Your key users will test the system in their day-to-day work. Afterward, we'll evaluate the results together and plan the next steps.

Ready to try out Chrome OS in your daily life?

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