Thanks for all your input. What are people's thoughts on a secure web-based platform versus a downloaded software package?
The web based platform would allow access anywhere from any type of device (including tablets and phones), would allow for easy application updates, and an easier method of interfacing with various data services we will provide. The nature of a web based platform would require it to be subscription based (still low cost though) rather than a one-time purchase.
A software download would be a one time purchase, but would require a subscription to interface with our additional data services. The download could only reside on one machine, would require periodic updates (similar to windows), and would not evolve with time as new features are added.
Form the programming side, the web based platform is much more desireable, but it would be good to hear from the target customer base to hear opinions.
Thanks again for all your input.