Tally software cannot run as front application and data @ back end with outside public network.
With VPN thru public network, connecting server and client, tally data access is restricted.
Accessing Tally Data directly through other than Tally.ERP 9 is not possible
Tally can only be accessed through below methods
Connect Tally @ server and Tally @ client in public network, through internet using tally.net services, which is provided by Tally company.
Connect Tally @ Server and Tally Browser access @ any web browser (including Mac, Ipad) is possible, but it is Read Only.
Connect Tally @ Server and connect 3rd party application on web is possible, using Tally integration technology.
What is Tally on Cloud
As explained, Tally Access is possible across cloud, only by using Desktop Sharing of computer, not by any other means other than above.
So having dedicated Server @ cloud or office, using below technologies, Tally Access on cloud can be enabled to intended users.
Prerequisite Technology for Tally on Cloud
Hardware Virtualisation (Optional)
Software Virtualisation Tool (Optional)
Dedicated Cloud or local hosted server preferred with Windows Server Edition
Windows RDS CAL for number of users
Static IP
Firewall (optional)
Thin Client (optional)
VPN technology (preferred for secured access only to the intended users)
Why Tally on Cloud
Work Remotely: use full functionality of Tally.ERP 9 on any device through a web browser over a completely secure connection. No need to install any software or application on desktop.
Complete data security and control: Ensure complete data security with accessibility only to the authorised users.
Centralize: Centralize all your data at head office and let users access Tally from various geographical locations in real time over the internet.
Data Backup: Automatic data backups will be taken on cloud enabling you to retrieve the backup data very easily.
Easy Printouts: Take printouts of invoices & reports from your local printer at anytime
Access other Apps: Not just Tally, you can also access your other desktop applications such as MS Word, MS Excel, Notepad on cloud at the same time & work efficiently.
Tally Cloud Hosting
Cloud security : Highly protected cloud with next generation firewall hence no risk of data corruption, data breach or data rewrite.
Scalable Cloud server : Take advantage of cloud infrastructure with scalable cloud servers
Speed & Reliability: Hosted on Best Tier Data Centers, running specialised Servers optimized to run Tally Service at high speed redundant connectivity
Fully Managed Services : Proper maintenance of cloud infrastructure with regular backup of data.