Features

• Service Type:

  Consulting, Professional Service

• Business Need:

  Server Management and Installation, Quality Control, Test, PC Management

• Works With:

  Configuration Manager, Microsoft Windows XP Professional, Windows 7 Enterprise

• Industry Focus:

  Government, Manufacturing, Professional Services

Description

Application packaging (also known as software packaging) is a process used by organisations to standardise the installation of a piece of software to one or more computers allowing for rapid deployment, upgrades and the consistent installation of software. Application Packaging delivers costs savings by allowing you to reduce the number of onsite and backend support personnel required to deliver, maintain and support software applications in your environment. At its core, this process breaks down the installation of the software and rebuilds it so that when it is installed on a computer it does not conflict with other applications and installs in a consistent manner and without user intervention.

- Implementation – Using a repeatable process, packaging ensures all software is deployed using best practice, with required customisations, and with quality assurance to avoid future conflicts with other applications.
- Production / Maintenance – Once deployed, the package will provide Windows Installer features such as self-healing and forced repairs. It also allows for smoother updates or patching. Packaging tools can also assist IT support staff in troubleshooting the applications. A thorough implementation process will ensure that packages will require less maintenance.
- Retirement – Standardising on Windows Installer technology will ensure that any application can be easily removed without disrupting other applications.

The Thomas Duryea Consulting Application Packaging Framework standardises how software is prepared, tested, and deployed, in order to reduce the ongoing support required post-deployment. It should support other Application Management components, such as Procurement, Training, Security and Maintenance.

Our Services
- Help you understand the core applications in your environment.
- Help you strategise an application migration plan to a new Operating System.
- Help you understand the core applications in your environment.
- Help you understand which packaging format is right for your environment.
- Set up packaging environments and standards
- Package applications as a part of a solution or case by case basis .