SAM FAQs

Is SAM a true browser-based application?

Absolutely! A webserver is required to run the solution which can be an in-house server or a remotely hosted server. Client access if 100% browser-based.

What browsers does it support?

All modern browsers such as Internet Explorer, Firefox, Chrome and Safari.

Is SAM integrated with the advertising system?

Yes. SAM is tightly integrated with the FutureProof system and shares the same setup parameters. This not only means a site maintains just one system environment, it ensures total compatibility between ads booked online and ads booked inhouse. That saves administration time and eliminates errors.

Who can use SAM?

SAM can be used for almost any type of advertiser as the system is flexible and can be tailored to specific markets if required. Typically however, SAM provides advertising sales facilities to casual advertisers, the so called "mom-and-pop" advertisers as well as small business owners and tradespeople. Each type of user can be provided with a user interface optimised to the ad types they provide.

Do I need to install software at the customer's site?

No. All setup is done at the host. All the customer needs is a browser and a decent internet connection.

How long does it take to get a customer up and running?

It is almost instantaneously and in most cases all that is needed is for the advertiser to create an account online. Of course, larger advertisers would warrant some special attention, especially if you want them to have a higher level of interaction through your portal.

What technology is SAM based on?

SAM is written in ASP.NET2 and uses a Microsoft SQL Server 2005 database as the authentication data (user names and passwords) and a Windows 2003 .NET2  webserver. The SAM technology is fully standards compliant and compatible with secure firewall systems and technologies. An external credit card payment service is required (e.g. WorldPay, SecPay, Verisign, etc).