The Old Guard
Desktop-installed school management software has been the default in Indian schools since the early 2000s. Products run locally on a Windows PC, require annual maintenance contracts, and typically involve a one-time license fee of 25000 to 80000 rupees.
The Cloud Difference
BatchBoard runs in the browser. No installation, no Windows PC required. Access from any device. Updates happen automatically. Your data is backed up daily.
Price Comparison
Traditional software: 30000 to 80000 rupees one-time plus 8000 to 15000 rupees per year maintenance. BatchBoard: monthly subscription starting at 1499 rupees per month with no surprise hardware requirements.
Support Comparison
Traditional software support typically means a phone call to a local reseller who may or may not respond within a week. BatchBoard support is in-product with live chat.
Data Ownership
Your data in BatchBoard belongs to you. Export everything at any time. No proprietary formats that trap your data.