Overview
Infotopics Apps for Tableau are available in two deployment models: SaaS and Enterprise.
Both options provide the same core product functionality. The difference lies in where the product is hosted, who manages it, and how it fits into your organisation’s security, network, and operational requirements.
This section helps you:
Understand the differences between SaaS and Enterprise
Decide which option fits your organisation
Understand migration scenarios between both models
When to choose SaaS vs Enterprise
Choose SaaS if you want:
Fast onboarding
Minimal infrastructure management
A fully managed SaaS solution
Easy compatibility with Tableau Cloud
Choose Enterprise if you need:
On-premises or private cloud deployment
Full control over infrastructure and upgrades
Custom security, networking, or compliance requirements
In practice:
SaaS is most commonly chosen by cloud-first teams and Tableau Cloud users
Enterprise is typically chosen by organisations with established IT governance or regulatory constraints
High-level comparison
Hosting
Infotopics-managed
Customer-managed
Installation required
No
Yes
Infrastructure control
Limited
Full
Updates & maintenance
Automatic
Customer-managed
Internet access
Required
Optional
Best for
Speed & simplicity
Control & compliance
Next steps
Learn more about SaaS deployment
Learn more about Enterprise deployment
Understand migration scenarios between SaaS and Enterprise
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