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Posit Workbench (formerly RStudio Workbench) from RStudio (Posit)
An integrated development environment for R and Python with specific packages for actuarial analysis. Features include collaborative coding, secure environment for sensitive insurance data, reproducible research capabilities, integration with version control systems, and the ability to deploy models as web applications using Shiny.
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Data Science Workbenches for Actuarial Department
Integrated development environments that combine programming tools, statistical libraries, and visualization capabilities for actuarial data analysis and model development.
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Core Programming Support
(11 Yes /11 Known /14 Possible features)
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R Language Support Ability to code and execute R scripts within the workbench. |
Posit Workbench natively supports R scripting and coding as its core function. | |
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Python Language Support Ability to code and execute Python scripts within the workbench. |
Python support has been added to Posit Workbench along with R. | |
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SAS Integration Capability to connect or incorporate SAS code and execute SAS workflows. |
No information available | |
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SQL Integration Built-in SQL editor and ability to connect to SQL-based data sources. |
Workbench supports SQL, including connections and query editors through R/Python packages. | |
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Notebook Interface Support for interactive notebook environments (e.g., Jupyter, R Markdown). |
Workbench provides interactive notebook support (R Markdown and Jupyter). | |
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Software Package Management Built-in interface for installing and managing language packages (e.g., pip, CRAN). |
CRAN, pip, and other package management options are available in both R and Python environments. | |
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Custom Library Installation Permission and facility to install custom/statistical libraries not included by default. |
Users can install custom libraries using standard tools in the IDE. | |
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Parallel Processing Support Features that allow for parallel computation and multicore processing. |
Parallel processing is supported via R (doParallel, future) and Python (multiprocessing, Dask). | |
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Code Autocompletion IntelliSense or syntax suggestions to speed up coding. |
The IDE provides code autocompletion (IntelliSense-like features). | |
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Advanced Debugging Tools Interfaces for step-through debugging and examining stack variables. |
Debugger tools are included for both R and Python scripts. | |
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Script Execution Speed Average speed at which scripts are executed. |
No information available | |
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Active Open Language Environments Number of programming language environments that can be run simultaneously. |
No information available | |
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Code Version Navigation Ability to view, compare, and revert to previous versions of code. |
Git integration allows code version viewing, diff, and rollback. | |
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Command Line Interface Inside IDE Provides an in-IDE terminal or shell session to execute system commands directly. |
RStudio/Posit includes a built-in terminal pane for shell commands. |
Data Management and Integration
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Multi-Format Data Import Support for a variety of file types (CSV, Excel, Parquet, etc.). |
Can import CSV, Excel, Parquet, and other common formats using tidyverse or python libraries. | |
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Cloud Data Source Connectivity Ability to connect to cloud storage (S3, Azure blob, Google Cloud Storage). |
Posit integrates with cloud data sources e.g., AWS S3 (with appropriate packages). | |
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On-Prem Data Source Connectivity Ability to connect to on-premises databases/data lakes. |
ODBC and similar drivers allow on-prem database connectivity in Workbench. | |
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Data Preprocessing Tools Built-in tools for data cleaning, ETL, and transformation. |
Extensive data wrangling/transformation toolkits in R (dplyr) and Python. | |
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Data Lineage Tracking Automated tracking of data provenance and changes. |
No information available | |
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Row Capacity per Table Maximum number of rows that can be handled in a single table/dataframe. |
No information available | |
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Column Capacity per Table Maximum number of columns supported in a dataset. |
No information available | |
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Live Data Querying Facility to write and execute live queries against connected data sources. |
Live querying against connected sources via dplyr/dbplyr or Python DB-API connectors. | |
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Automated Data Refresh Ability to schedule or automate data refresh tasks. |
Tasks can be scheduled with RStudio Connect (adjunct to Workbench). | |
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Data Encryption At Rest Ensures that data stored is encrypted. |
Workbench can be deployed securely with storage encryption at rest (according to admin guides and best practices). | |
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Data Encryption In Transit Ensures that data transmission uses secure protocols (e.g., TLS). |
HTTPS/TLS for all communication is enforced in enterprise deployments. | |
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Data Masking Built-in support for masking or obfuscating sensitive fields. |
No information available | |
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Metadata Management Interface to view and edit dataset metadata and data dictionaries. |
Data dictionary and metadata handling available through packages (e.g., codebook). |
Statistical & Actuarial Modeling
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GLM (Generalized Linear Models) Tools Built-in methods or templates for GLM modeling. |
GLM tools are built into R and accessible directly in Workbench. | |
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Survival Analysis Libraries Availability of toolkits or libraries for survival/life table analysis. |
R packages for survival analysis (e.g., survival, flexsurv) are directly usable. | |
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Time Series Analysis Support for time series decomposition, forecasting, and ARIMA modeling. |
Time series analysis supported through CRAN (forecast, tsibble) and Python (statsmodels). | |
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Machine Learning Integration Integrated libraries or interfaces for common ML algorithms. |
ML integration via caret, tidymodels, scikit-learn and other libraries. | |
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Actuarial Reserving Methods Libraries or modules for claim reserving (e.g., chain ladder, Bornhuetter Ferguson). |
R Actuar package for actuarial reserving is available. | |
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Cash Flow Projection Tools to build and run cash flow projection models. |
Cash flow projections can be coded using actuarial packages in R. | |
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Risk Aggregation Tools Support for correlation-driven aggregation of risk categories/scenarios. |
Risk aggregation through custom R/Python scripts supported. | |
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Simulation Tools Built-in support for Monte Carlo and scenario simulations. |
Monte Carlo and scenario simulation packages available (e.g., simEd in R). | |
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Stochastic Modeling Interfaces Dedicated UI modules for building and analyzing stochastic models. |
No information available | |
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Sensitivity/Scenario Testing Automated routines for parameter sensitivity and scenario impact analysis. |
No information available | |
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Model Documentation Facility to document modeling steps, assumptions, and outputs inside the platform. |
Notebooks and scripts can include markdown and documentation inline. | |
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Reusable Model Templates Library of reusable, parameterized model blueprints. |
RStudio supports R markdown templates and enables reusable scripts. | |
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Custom Function Authoring Ability to create, save, and share custom model functions. |
Users may save/share custom functions/libraries locally or via package repositories. |
Visualization & Reporting
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Interactive Plots Drag-and-drop or code-driven generation of interactive graphical plots. |
Interactive plot features available via plotly, ggplotly and shiny apps. | |
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Custom Chart Types Support for a wide variety of chart types (e.g., line, bar, box, scatter, heatmaps, actuarial triangles). |
Custom charting is possible with ggplot2, Plotly, and other visualization libraries. | |
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Geospatial Mapping Tools to visualize data on maps (e.g., for catastrophe modeling). |
Geospatial mapping supported via leaflet, tmap, and similar R packages. | |
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Dynamic Dashboards Facility to build shareable, interactive dashboards. |
Dynamic dashboards can be built and deployed via Shiny and RMarkdown. | |
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Scheduled Report Generation Ability to schedule and automate report exports. |
Report scheduling is available with RStudio Connect, which integrates with Workbench. | |
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Export to PDF/Excel/Word Support for exporting reports and visuals to common formats. |
Export to PDF/Word/Excel works via knitr, rmarkdown, officer, openxlsx, and similar packages. | |
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Custom Theming and Branding Ability to apply corporate branding and design themes to reports. |
Custom themes and branding can be applied in RMarkdown, Shiny, and dashboard outputs. | |
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Visualization Rendering Speed Average rendering speed for a large dataset visualization. |
No information available | |
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Maximum Concurrent Dashboard Sessions Number of users who can interactively view dashboards at the same time. |
No information available | |
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Drill-down Interactivity User capacity to interact with plots and view underlying data. |
Plotly, Shiny, and DT packages allow drill-down and data exploration. | |
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Annotation Tools Ability to annotate visuals with comments or highlights. |
Plots/reports can be annotated via inline markdown and comments. | |
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Automated Email Distribution Distribution of generated reports to pre-defined mailing lists. |
RStudio Connect allows automated emailing of reports and dashboards. | |
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Visualization Accessibility Compliance Ensures accessible color palettes and screen reader support. |
No information available |
Collaboration and Workflow
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Real-Time Co-Editing Multiple users can edit code/documents together in real time. |
Workbench supports co-editing via projects and cloud instances, though not as real-time as Google Docs. | |
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Shared Workspaces Dedicated spaces for group projects with shared resources. |
Supports shared projects and resources. | |
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Task/Project Management Integration Integration or built-in modules for planning and tracking tasks. |
No information available | |
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Commenting and Review Side-panel or in-line commenting for code or reports. |
Side-panel code comments and review features available in major source control integrations. | |
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Change Approval Workflows Process management for peer review and change signoff. |
No information available | |
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Version Control System Integration Built-in support for Git, SVN, or similar systems. |
Native Git integration for source control. | |
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Audit Trails Automatic logging of user and system actions for review. |
Audit logs track user activity (administrators can review history). | |
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Number of Collaborators per Project Max number of users who can collaborate on a single project. |
No information available | |
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Workspace Sharing Permissions Granularity Number of permission levels for sharing (e.g., read, write, admin). |
No information available | |
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Notification System Automated email or platform notifications for activity and changes. |
Notifications for certain activities (e.g., finished jobs) are supported. | |
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Integrated Chat or Messaging On-platform real-time chat for project teams. |
No information available | |
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External Collaboration Support Ability to securely collaborate with users outside the organization. |
No information available | |
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Role-Based Access Control Differential permissions and access by user roles or groups. |
Workbench supports differential access via groups; integrates with enterprise authentication and roles. |
Security and Compliance
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User Authentication Options Supports SSO, LDAP, Multi-factor authentication (MFA), etc. |
LDAP, SSO, and/or MFA supported in enterprise editions. | |
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Granular Access Control Detailed control of user access to data/code/assets. |
Role-based and group-based access controls allow for granular user permissioning. | |
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Activity Logging Full logs of user actions, for forensic purposes. |
RStudio Server Pro logs user activities for audit and forensics. | |
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Data Residency Control Ensures user control over country/region where data is stored. |
No information available | |
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Audit Logging Immutable logs for compliance and audit requirements. |
No information available | |
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User Session Timeout Automatic log-out after periods of inactivity. |
User session timeouts can be configured in the system. | |
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Compliance Certifications Support for relevant certifications (SOC2, ISO 27001, GDPR, etc). |
No information available | |
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Data Anonymization Tools In-tool anonymization to protect personal/sensitive data. |
No information available | |
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Security Patch Frequency Number of routine security patch releases per year. |
No information available | |
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Encryption Key Management Features for managing and rotating encryption keys in-platform. |
No information available | |
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Trusted Execution Environments Runs sensitive workloads in isolated, hardware-encrypted environments. |
No information available | |
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Third-Party Penetration Testing Regular external security testing and vulnerability assessments. |
No information available | |
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Custom Legal Hold Capabilities Allows admin to implement legal data holds for investigations/litigation. |
No information available |
Scalability and Performance
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User Concurrency Limit Maximum users supported without system slowdown. |
No information available | |
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Processing Node Auto-Scaling Automatic allocation of computing resources based on workload. |
Workbench supports dynamic scaling in enterprise/cloud configurations. | |
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Maximum Dataset Size Supported Largest dataset size that can be loaded and processed. |
No information available | |
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Job Queueing Ability to submit jobs to a queue for serial execution during peak load. |
Workbench has native support for job queueing with batch R scripts and job scheduling. | |
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Horizontal Scaling (Cluster Support) Support for scaling out across multiple machines/nodes. |
Can be configured to run on clusters (e.g., Kubernetes or Slurm) for horizontal scaling. | |
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Compute Instance Types Available Number of different instance types (CPU, GPU, Memory optimized). |
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Average Job Launch Latency Time from submission to job start under typical conditions. |
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Network Bandwidth per User Available network bandwidth for each user session. |
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Concurrent Notebook Limit Number of notebook environments a single user can run simultaneously. |
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Dynamic Resource Allocation Automated allocation of memory and compute per job/request. |
Server automatically manages compute and memory for jobs upon submission. | |
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Compute Uptime Guarantee SLA for availability of the environment. |
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Data Transfer Speed Rate of data upload/download to and from the platform. |
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Integration and Extensibility
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API Support Well-documented APIs for data, job, and report automation. |
REST APIs are available for automation through RStudio Connect and Posit APIs. | |
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Webhook Integration Can send and receive webhook notifications to/from external systems. |
No information available | |
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Plug-in Architecture Support for 3rd-party or custom extensions/plugins. |
Workbench supports plug-ins/extensions (e.g., for Python integration). | |
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External Authentication Integration Connects to enterprise identity management (Okta, Azure AD). |
Enterprise workbench integrates with enterprise auth systems like Okta and Azure AD. | |
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ERP/Finance System Integration Pre-built connectors for SAP, Oracle, or similar core systems. |
No information available | |
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CI/CD Integration Works with continuous integration/continuous delivery pipelines. |
No information available | |
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Custom Scripting Hooks Allows custom logic/scripts upon system events. |
Supports scripting hooks and automation via server events and custom scripts (job completion, login, etc). | |
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Open Standards Support Supports open formats and industry standards for data/model exchange. |
Supports open formats (CSV, Parquet, etc) and open-source packages for interoperability. | |
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Number of Supported Integrations Count of major supported integrations and data connectors. |
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Business Intelligence Tool Integration Connects/report to external BI tools (Power BI, Tableau, etc). |
Workbench outputs and Shiny dashboards can integrate with Tableau/PowerBI using connectors or web interfaces. | |
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Output-to-API Ability to send model results directly into downstream APIs. |
APIs can be created using plumber (R), flask (Python), and results can be POSTed to downstream APIs. | |
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Market Data Feeds Integration Integration with financial/insurance data feeds (Bloomberg, Reuters, etc). |
No information available |
Usability and User Experience
(9 Yes /9 Known /11 Possible features)
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Customizable Workspace Layouts Allows personalization of panel order, theme, and view types. |
Workbench allows customization of UI (pane layout, themes, views). | |
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Contextual Help and Tooltips Inline hints, documentation, or links to help resources. |
Contextual help and inline tooltips are standard in the IDE. | |
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User Onboarding Workflow Guided setup wizards or interactive tutorials for new users. |
Interactive onboarding wizards are provided to new users. | |
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Keyboard Shortcuts Comprehensive keyboard shortcut support for productivity. |
RStudio/Posit Workbench supports keyboard shortcuts throughout. | |
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Accessibility Features Screen reader support, high-contrast mode, keyboard navigation. |
Workbench supports screen readers and high-contrast modes; accessibility options are documented. | |
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Multilingual UI Support for multiple interface languages. |
Workbench supports multilingual interface (see documentation for available languages). | |
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Template Gallery Pre-built templates for coding, reports, visualization. |
Extensive collection of templates for RMarkdown, Shiny, and code snippets. | |
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Search Across Projects Global search across all code, notebooks, and documents. |
Workbench allows cross-project search via global search functionality. | |
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Context Switching Speed Speed to switch between projects/environments. |
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User Satisfaction Score Average end-user satisfaction rating collected via surveys. |
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Automated Bug Reporting In-tool logging and optional automated reporting of errors. |
Automated bug/error reporting via logs and crash report submission. |
Administration and Governance
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Centralized User Management Single dashboard for adding/removing users and assigning roles. |
User and role management is available in the admin dashboard. | |
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Usage Analytics Dashboard Monitor usage patterns, active users, and resource consumption. |
Workbench and Server Pro editions include dashboards for usage statistics. | |
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Resource Quota Enforcement Set and enforce limits on compute/storage per user or group. |
Admins can set compute/resource quotas per user or project. | |
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Automated Provisioning Automated setup of environments and user accounts by template. |
Automated account provisioning and workspace templating are available in enterprise installations. | |
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License Management Monitor and allocate product licenses efficiently. |
License management module is included in Workbench Server admin tools. | |
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Policy-Driven Workspace Enforce data retention, sharing, and compliance policies. |
Compliance and retention policies can be enforced through admin settings and audit features. | |
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Custom Audit Reports Generate reports for audit and compliance needs. |
No information available | |
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API for Admin Automation Admin tasks exposed by API for scripting and automation. |
Admin APIs are available for user and job management automation. | |
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Environment Monitoring Live dashboard of system health and incident alerts. |
System health and live monitoring dashboards available for admins. | |
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Delegated Administration Allows assignment of admin rights to subgroups/teams. |
Workbench allows subgroups with different admin rights. |
Support and Training
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24/7 Support Availability Access to vendor technical support at all times. |
24/7 technical support available on enterprise plans. | |
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Knowledge Base Access Comprehensive documentation and FAQ resources. |
Comprehensive knowledge base and FAQs on posit.co. | |
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Onboarding Training Modules Built-in or instructor-led training on platform usage. |
Onboarding training (recorded or live) is offered for enterprise clients. | |
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Live Chat Support Chat with support staff in real time. |
Live chat with support is available for enterprise customers. | |
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User Community Forum Active user community for peer-to-peer support. |
Active online user community and forums. | |
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Ticket Response SLA Guaranteed maximum response time for support tickets. |
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Dedicated Customer Success Manager Assigned point of contact for enterprise clients. |
Enterprise clients receive dedicated success/account managers. | |
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Product Update Webinars Regular sessions introducing new features or best practices. |
Regular update webinars and best practices are published by Posit. | |
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In-Tool Guided Tours Step-by-step walkthroughs inside the platform. |
Step-by-step product tours are built into the platform for new features. | |
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Contextual Video Tutorials Short videos demonstrating platform tasks. |
Short video tutorials available online and linked in the UI. |
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