Choose how TripleAce RMS
lives in your school.
There's no single right answer — the best setup depends on your school's size, budget, and how you like to work. Here's an honest, plain-language breakdown of each option.
Standalone
Your school, on your computer.
Think of it like Microsoft Word — the software lives on your computer, not on the internet.
You download and install TripleAce RMS directly onto one computer at your school. Everything — the data, the records, the reports — stays on that machine. No internet connection needed to run the system day-to-day.
Best for
Small to medium ACE schools that want full control, zero monthly fees, and the ability to work even when the internet is down.
What works well
- Works without the internet — power outage or no signal, you keep working.
- Your data never leaves your building. Total privacy.
- No monthly fees after setup. Pay once, use forever.
- Fast — everything runs locally, no waiting on a server.
Shared
One platform, many schools.
Think of it like Gmail — many people use the same service, but each account is completely separate and private.
Your school runs on a shared platform hosted online alongside other ACE schools. Each school has its own private space — you can't see their data, and they can't see yours. You access it through any browser, from anywhere.
Best for
Schools that want online access without the cost of their own server, and are comfortable sharing infrastructure (not data) with other schools.
What works well
- Access your school's records from anywhere — office, home, or on the go.
- Multiple staff can be logged in at the same time from different devices.
- Updates happen automatically. You always have the latest version.
- Much lower cost than a dedicated server.
Dedicated
Your own private server. Just for you.
Think of it like renting an entire building just for your school — no shared walls, no shared anything.
You get your own private server in the cloud, set up and managed exclusively for your school. No other school is on it. You access it online like the Shared plan, but with complete isolation and full control over your environment.
Best for
Larger schools, school networks, or schools with strict data privacy requirements that want the convenience of online access with the security of a private environment.
What works well
- Completely isolated — no shared resources with any other school.
- Access from anywhere, from any device, with multiple staff online simultaneously.
- Full customization — settings and configurations tailored to your school alone.
- Best performance — all server power is yours, no competition for resources.
Side by Side
Quick comparison
A simple overview of what each setup can and can't do — no technical jargon.
Not Sure Yet?
We'll help you decide.
Answer one question: which of these sounds most like your school right now?
Standalone
Pick Standalone if…
- You want to keep costs as low as possible
- Your school has unreliable internet
- One person manages the system
- Privacy and local data control matter most
Shared
Pick Shared if…
- Multiple staff need access from different devices
- You want automatic updates without any IT effort
- Budget is limited but online access is important
- You're comfortable with a trusted shared platform
Dedicated
Pick Dedicated if…
- You run multiple campuses or a school network
- Data privacy and isolation are non-negotiable
- You need custom configurations for your school
- You want the best possible performance
Not sure which setup is right for you?
Start with Standalone — it's free to set up, works offline, and you can migrate your data to Shared or Dedicated anytime your needs grow.