A high-level view of how different organizational needs are achieved by different Qlik Sense Enterprise deployment scenarios. This presupposes that Qlik Cloud or SaaS may not be an enterprise option at this stage. With the introduction of capacity pricing models in 2023 by Qlik we would advocate all clients adopt Qlik Cloud, except for when this is not possible. It is for those clients that this guide remains relevant.
- Review Qlik Sense Enterprise on Windows deployment requirements. (If Cloud 1st then go to step 5)
A Qlik Sense Enterprise on Windows deployment can be a single-node (server) site or a multi-node site. All Qlik Sense sites must have a repository database, a single Qlik license key, and a common set of configuration data and apps.
- Deploy as a Single-node site (or)
A single-node site is the smallest site possible and consists of a single node (single server). In a single-node site, site administration, app development, and app consumption happens on the same node. All Qlik Sense services, the repository database, and the file share are hosted on the same node.
- Deploy as Multi-node sites
Multi-node sites offer more scalability options for large organizations. In a multi-node deployment, the Qlik Sense site is distributed across several nodes. Nodes are connected to a common repository database, they share a common set of data, and they share the same license key. In larger sites, you can add nodes to improve scalability, capacity, and resilience. In a multi-node site, there is at least one central node and one or more rim nodes that are connected to the central node.
- Leverage Benefits of multi-node sites including:
Better scalability, making it easier to increase capacity.
Improved resilience and reliability.
Ability to move apps or roles to specific nodes.
Flexibility to suit customer network deployments. - Deploy Qlik Sense Enterprise on Windows on a Cloud Platform . (If SaaS 1st then go to step 9)
You can deploy Qlik Sense Enterprise on Windows on a cloud infrastructure platform, such as Amazon AWS and Microsoft Azure, to take advantage of cloud-native scalability, low maintenance storage options, and high reliability.
- Prepare your Azure cloud platform to install Qlik Sense Enterprise on Windows
(please call our Technical Services team for details on how to do this step)
- Prepare your Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud platform to install Qlik Sense Enterprise on Windows
(please call our Technical Services team for details on how to do this step)
- Prepare your Google Cloud Platform (GCP) to install Qlik Sense Enterprise on Windows
(please call our Technical Services team for details on how to do this step)
- Deploy Qlik Sense Enterprise SaaS. (If hybrid is required go to step 10)
Qlik Sense Enterprise SaaS is a full SaaS deployment option for Qlik Sense Enterprise. The cloud infrastructure is hosted and managed by Qlik. Qlik Sense Enterprise SaaS may be deployed independently or as part of a multi-cloud deployment. See, Qlik Sense Enterprise on Windows multi-cloud deployments.
SaaS supports all new product functionality, alerting and ActiveQVDs as well as legacy QlikView application hosting. (SaaS being non-Windows does not support Qlik NPrinting). - Deploy Qlik Sense Enterprise on Windows multi-cloud hybrid deployments
Qlik Sense multi-cloud deployments refer to a deployment where one or more cloud instances are connected to a Qlik Sense Enterprise on Windows site. Qlik Sense multi-cloud deployments are multi-node sites. Which can include SaaS tenants also.
- Leverage Benefits of multi-cloud sites which include:
Central node is managed on-premises.
Users consume and develop apps from the cloud.
Authentication for both on-premises and cloud/SaaS is handled by a single identity provider.
Advice on Deploying Qlik Sense Enterprise
The right Qlik deployment solution will put you on the path to more agile business processes, new opportunities, and better customer relationships. Plus, with a platform that empowers everyone in your organization to make discoveries in your data, you can drive increased data literacy and widespread Digital Transformation
We hope this guide helps you make the best informed choice for your business. Book an appointment or email us at [email protected] or call +44 1494 622600 for advice on your specific requirements.
