What is our primary use case?
It's a diverse range of customers we cater to, including universities, commercial and American institutes, and government departments. Our services cater to various needs, ranging from student registrations in universities to signing legal agreements in government, and electronically signing contracts in the commercial space, especially for organizations operating remotely without access to printing facilities or standard office functionality.
How has it helped my organization?
From a wide-angle view, the most valuable feature of Acrobat Sign is the failover mechanism because it is comprehensive. In case Acrobat Sign encounters an issue, there is a significant backup plan in place, with zero downtime on AZURE or Amazon Web Services. For instance, if one region experiences a problem, another region can quickly take over, which is incredibly beneficial.
What is most valuable?
The most valuable aspect of Acrobat Sign is not a single feature, but rather a combination of features. From a broad perspective, the failover system is particularly noteworthy. In the event that Adobe Sign experiences downtime, there are backup measures in place through AZURE or AWS that ensure continuity. For instance, if one region experiences an outage, another region can take over seamlessly, which is a significant advantage.
What needs improvement?
AI-powered agreement creation such as generate contract from prompt or suggesting approval flows based on past behaviour.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Acrobat Sign for approximately five years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
In my experience, Acrobat Sign has been a very stable solution, and I have not witnessed any significant downtimes that would have impacted users. As per their website, they claim a 99.3 percent uptime, and I have found this to be accurate.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Acrobat Sign is highly scalable. Once you begin using it within a particular department or division, it's easy to expand its use across the entire organization. You can even integrate it seamlessly into your Microsoft environment, making it even more scalable and versatile.
How are customer service and support?
I use the support from Acrobat Sign on a regular basis. They are highly efficient.
I rate the support from Acrobat Sign a ten out of ten.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
Yes, we have had scenario's whereby signing features in Acrobat Pro was reccomended instead of Acrobat Sign based on a needs analysis.
How was the initial setup?
Setting up Acrobat Sign is a simple process that does not require any training courses. Upon purchasing the product, you can begin using it immediately. There are instructional videos available to aid in the setup process, and you can get started in a short amount of time with minimal effort.
For a basic use case, you can start using Acrobat Sign within an hour or two. However, if you require complex integrations, advanced workflows, or other customized features, the setup process could take longer, typically around two to four hours.
What about the implementation team?
We implemented in house due to the simplicity and ease of using the solution.
What was our ROI?
We have received a return on investment using this solution.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
Acrobat Sign is not expensive when compared to manual wet signature processes, but it is premium-priced based on the specific features required. The value you get from the numerous features and free unlimited support, including expert advice, is worth considering when looking for value for money. Unlike licensed components, when you purchase Acrobat Sign, you're not just buying support; hence, you won't be faced with any unexpected licensing costs for additional support.
The price range for AcrobatSign varies based on the volume purchased, typically ranging from $1 to $3 per transaction. The price point lowers as the volume increases.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
What other advice do I have?
I would highly recommend this solution to others. Acrobat Sign stands out among its competitors, especially with its unique features and the backing of Adobe as a company, particularly in PDF technology. Adobe is a well-known and trustworthy brand, and investing in their solution assures you that it will not become obsolete in the near future, but rather remain relevant for a long time to come.
Considering the solution's features, benefits, and value it offers, many people tend to overlook the potential savings of using Acrobat Sign, such as saving two to three dollars per transaction. With Adobe Sign, a single document can be sent for approval or signing to up to twenty-four individuals, eliminating the need to physically create and collect signatures, which can be time-consuming and energy-intensive. Using an online platform like Acrobat Sign is much more efficient and can provide a significant return on investment.
I rate Acrobat Sign a ten out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
Public Cloud
If public cloud, private cloud, or hybrid cloud, which cloud provider do you use?
Amazon Web Services (AWS)