Your Epic Browser Questions Answered

Myth 1

Accessing Applied Epic via an Internet browser is less secure than accessing Applied Epic via my desktop.

Fact

Applied Epic browser has been designed with security in mind and complies with industry standard protocols and typical security advantages enabled via Cloud technology. These measures coupled with our forthcoming Single Sign-On and multi-factor authentication capabilities ensures security is top of mind. Additionally, the security configuration that was established in the desktop version of Applied Epic is honored and enforced in the browser version of Applied Epic .

Myth 2

Applied Epic Browser does not have all the same features and capabilities as the desktop version of Applied Epic.

Fact

Rest assured, we have taken the capabilities of Applied Epic, transferred them into a modern user experience, which means it is better, but perhaps functions a bit differently. As we look to continuously simplify and improve workflows, they may work a little differently than you’re used to, but the core purpose of each Applied Epic workflow remains the same. Further, the flexibility developing Applied Epic in the browser allows us to deliver more capabilities to our Applied Epic browser users. Case in point, our new Add Client workflow.

Myth 3

Outlook integration is not supported with Applied Epic Browser.

Fact

To get the best performance and most out of your browser-enhanced experience, and it’s simple, integrated workflows, an Epic Browser Connection Suite must be installed. Once you have the Applied Epic Extension and Desktop Connectors installed, you can also enhance your experience with the Applied Epic Outlook Add-In. Check out these helpful resources to see just how easy it is.

Myth 4

There are no advantages to using Browser.

Fact

Working in Applied Epic via your browser may feel no different than if you were working on it from your desktop.  But the advantages of accessing Applied Epic via the browser far surpass the advantages of accessing it via your desktop, as it allows you to:

• Not have to absorb large, bi-annual release of Applied Epic with multiple new features released at once. Instead, we can release the product more frequently, making our releases more consumable, easier to train on and get up and running with new capabilities.
• For acquisitive organizations, a move toward browser allows for a single access point.
• More easily navigate and onboard employees to the system with its new standard design system, which allows us to provide you with a simpler user experience (think less clicks!)

New capabilities, like the new Add Client workflow which can only be supported by browser technology, will continue to be delivered!

Myth 5

I have to pay for the upgrade to Applied Epic Browser.

Fact

Accessing Applied Epic browser can be done at no cost to your users.  We believe so strongly that browser is where you need to be we want to make it as seamless of a transition as possible. All you must do is request your URL here, install your Connection Suite and you’ll be up and running in no time!

Myth 6

The performance of Applied Epic in the browser is going to be slower.

Fact

In the same way that Epic Browser access mirrors your Applied Epic security and structures settings, it similarly provides the same performance and scale as the desktop version of Applied Epic.  That is because it leverages the same server footprint with comparable use of your organization’s system resources.

Myth 7

Accessing Epic via the Browser is the same as accessing Applied EpicCloud.

Fact

Epic Browser contains the same benefits that you enjoy with Applied EpicCloud in terms of Applied taking care of hosting your data. Where the difference lies is you will no longer need to complete a full client install of Applied Epic before you can begin taking advantage of new features and capabilities.

Myth 8

Epic Browser does not support the technology/browsers I need.

Fact

Epic Browser is available on multiple browsers to suit your preferences and a majority of workflows are accessible from both a Windows or Mac workstation. For those who work on a Mac and need access to the subset of functionality that does require a Windows station, applications like Parallels can be used to leverage the entirety of Applied Epic.