Last updated: Nov 17, 2025, 05:25 PM UTC

Sasha AI Knowledge Management System

Choose Your Perfect Deployment Solution


Transform your institutional knowledge into an intelligent, conversational AI assistant
Four flexible deployment options designed to meet every organization's unique security, compliance, and budget requirements


Why Choose Sasha?

Instant Knowledge Access
Transform decades of institutional knowledge into an AI assistant available 24/7

Enterprise Security
From public cloud to air-gapped on-premise - we meet your security requirements

Rapid Implementation
Get started in hours, not months, with our proven deployment methodologies

Predictable Costs
Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - choose the model that fits your budget


Deployment Models Overview

Choose the deployment model that perfectly aligns with your organization's security requirements, technical capabilities, and budget constraints.


1. Private On-Premise

Maximum Security & Complete Control

Perfect for organizations that require absolute data sovereignty and have robust IT capabilities

Overview

Sasha is deployed directly on your organization's infrastructure, providing complete data sovereignty and control. You own and manage everything from hardware to software updates.

Key Features

  • Complete data sovereignty - data never leaves your premises
  • Air-gapped deployment options available
  • Full customization capabilities
  • Direct integration with internal systems
  • No external dependencies for core functionality

Security & Compliance

  • Data Location: 100% on-premise
  • Access Control: Your IT policies and systems
  • Compliance: Potential to meet strictest regulatory requirements (HIPAA, SOX, GDPR)
  • Encryption: Your choice of encryption standards
  • Audit Trail: Complete internal audit capabilities

Technical Requirements

  • Infrastructure: Dedicated servers or cloud instances in your data center
  • IT Support: Internal DevOps/IT team required
  • Maintenance: Customer responsible for updates, backups, monitoring
  • Skills Required: Docker, database management, system administration

Suitable For...

  • Government agencies and defense contractors
  • Financial institutions with strict compliance requirements
  • Healthcare organizations handling sensitive patient data
  • Legal firms with confidential client information
  • Organizations with existing robust IT infrastructure
  • Companies requiring air-gapped systems

Pros

  • Maximum Security: Data never leaves your control
  • Complete Customization: Full access to configuration and code
  • Regulatory Compliance: Meets strictest data residency requirements
  • Performance: Direct control over hardware and optimization
  • Integration: Seamless connection to internal systems

Cons

  • High IT Overhead: Requires skilled internal IT team
  • Update Complexity: Manual deployment of updates and patches
  • Higher Total Cost: Infrastructure + licensing + internal resources
  • Scalability Challenges: Manual capacity planning and scaling
  • Support Limitations: No direct technical support during incidents

Monthly Investment: £1,500-£2,000

Includes software licensing, setup assistance, and comprehensive documentation
Infrastructure, IT support, and maintenance not included


2. Private Cloud

Cloud Benefits with Dedicated Resources

Perfect for organizations wanting cloud scalability with dedicated, isolated infrastructure

Overview

Sasha runs on dedicated cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP) in your own cloud account, providing cloud benefits while maintaining data isolation and control.

Key Features

  • Dedicated cloud resources in your account
  • Data isolation from other customers
  • Cloud scalability and reliability benefits
  • Your choice of cloud region and availability zones
  • Direct billing relationship with cloud provider

Security & Compliance

  • Data Location: Your specified cloud regions
  • Access Control: Your cloud IAM policies + Sasha authentication
  • Compliance: Inherits cloud provider certifications + your policies
  • Encryption: Cloud-native encryption with your keys
  • Audit Trail: Cloud provider logs + Sasha application logs

Technical Requirements

  • Infrastructure: AWS/Azure/GCP account with appropriate permissions
  • IT Support: Cloud administration skills preferred
  • Maintenance: Shared responsibility - you handle cloud, we handle application
  • Skills Required: Cloud platform knowledge, basic DevOps

Suitable For...

  • Mid to large enterprises with cloud-first strategies
  • Organizations requiring data residency control
  • Companies with existing cloud expertise
  • Businesses needing predictable scaling
  • Organizations wanting cloud benefits without shared infrastructure

Pros

  • Enhanced Control: Your cloud account, your rules
  • Scalability: Leverage cloud auto-scaling capabilities
  • Reliability: Cloud provider SLAs and redundancy
  • Cost Transparency: Direct cloud billing, no markup
  • Regional Choice: Deploy in your preferred regions

Cons

  • Cloud Complexity: Requires cloud platform expertise
  • Shared Responsibility: Need to manage cloud infrastructure
  • Vendor Lock-in: Tied to chosen cloud platform
  • Cost Variability: Cloud costs fluctuate with usage
  • Setup Complexity: More complex initial configuration

Monthly Investment: £1,200-£1,800

Includes software licensing, cloud deployment templates, and ongoing support
Cloud infrastructure costs billed directly by your chosen provider


3. Public Cloud (SaaS)

Fully Managed & Ready to Deploy

Perfect for organizations wanting rapid deployment with minimal technical overhead

Overview

Traditional Software-as-a-Service model where Sasha is hosted and managed entirely by our team. You get instant access with minimal setup while we handle all technical operations.

Key Features

  • Instant deployment - up and running in hours
  • No infrastructure management required
  • Automatic updates and maintenance
  • 24/7 monitoring and support
  • Built-in backup and disaster recovery

Security & Compliance

  • Data Location: Our secure cloud infrastructure (EU/US regions available)
  • Access Control: Multi-factor authentication, SSO integration
  • Compliance: SOC2, ISO27001 certified infrastructure
  • Encryption: AES-256 encryption in transit and at rest
  • Audit Trail: Comprehensive logging and audit capabilities

Technical Requirements

  • Infrastructure: None required
  • IT Support: Minimal - standard IT security practices
  • Maintenance: Fully managed by Sasha team
  • Skills Required: Basic user administration

Suitable For...

  • Small to medium businesses
  • Organizations wanting rapid deployment
  • Companies without dedicated IT resources
  • Teams focused on business outcomes, not technology
  • Organizations with standard security requirements

Pros

  • Rapid Deployment: Live within hours of signup
  • Zero Maintenance: We handle everything technical
  • Predictable Costs: Fixed monthly pricing
  • Expert Support: Direct access to our technical team
  • Automatic Updates: Always running latest features

Cons

  • Shared Infrastructure: Multi-tenant environment
  • Limited Customization: Standard configuration options
  • Data Location: Data stored in our infrastructure
  • Dependency: Reliant on our service availability
  • Compliance Limitations: May not meet strictest regulatory requirements

Monthly Investment: £500-£800

All-inclusive pricing covering software, infrastructure, support, and maintenance
Most popular choice for rapid deployment


4. Managed Private Cloud

Premium Service - Private Infrastructure, Full Management

Perfect for enterprises wanting maximum security with zero technical overhead

Overview

Sasha runs on dedicated private infrastructure that we provision, configure, and manage for you. You get the security of private deployment with the convenience of managed services.

Key Features

  • Dedicated containerized environment for your organization
  • Fully managed by our technical team
  • Private infrastructure with isolated data
  • Customizable configuration and branding
  • Predictable monthly costs including infrastructure

Security & Compliance

  • Data Location: Dedicated private cloud regions
  • Access Control: Your authentication integrated with private instance
  • Compliance: Meets enterprise compliance requirements
  • Encryption: Dedicated encryption keys and certificates
  • Audit Trail: Private logging and audit capabilities

Technical Requirements

  • Infrastructure: None - we provide everything
  • IT Support: Optional - we can provide full support
  • Maintenance: Fully managed by Sasha team
  • Skills Required: Standard user administration only

Suitable For...

  • Growing enterprises wanting security without complexity
  • Organizations requiring data isolation but lacking IT resources
  • Companies wanting predictable total costs
  • Businesses needing compliance without internal expertise
  • Teams wanting white-glove service experience

Pros

  • No IT Overhead: We manage everything technical
  • Private & Secure: Dedicated infrastructure for your data
  • Predictable Costs: All-inclusive monthly pricing
  • Expert Management: Managed by Sasha technical specialists
  • Custom Configuration: Tailored to your specific needs
  • Upgrade Path: Easy transition to full private deployment

Cons

  • Higher Cost: Premium for managed private service
  • Less Control: We make technical infrastructure decisions
  • Service Dependency: Reliant on our management capabilities
  • Customization Limits: Some restrictions compared to full on-premise

Monthly Investment: £1,800-£2,500

Comprehensive pricing including dedicated infrastructure, licensing, and premium support
White-glove service with dedicated account management


Quick Comparison Matrix

Feature On-Premise Private Cloud SaaS Managed Private
Setup Time 2-4 weeks 1-2 weeks Same day 3-5 days
Data Control Complete High Standard High
Customization Complete High Limited Moderate
IT Requirements High Moderate Minimal None
Compliance Maximum High Standard High
Scalability Manual Automatic Automatic Managed
Monthly Cost £1,500-£2,000 £1,200-£1,800 £500-£800 £1,800-£2,500
Best For Government/Finance Cloud-First Orgs SMBs/Startups Enterprise/Premium

Which Deployment is Right for You?

Choose Private On-Premise if:

Data must never leave your physical premises
You have strict air-gap requirements
Your IT team wants complete control
Regulatory compliance requires on-premise data
You have existing robust infrastructure

Perfect for: Government, Defense, Banking, Healthcare

Choose Private Cloud if:

You want dedicated resources with cloud benefits
You have cloud expertise in-house
Data residency control is important
You want to leverage existing cloud investments
Scalability and reliability are priorities

Perfect for: Tech Companies, Scale-ups, Cloud-First Orgs

Choose Public Cloud (SaaS) if:

You want to get started quickly
You prefer predictable, all-inclusive pricing
Your IT resources are limited
Standard security requirements are sufficient
You want to focus on using Sasha, not managing it

Perfect for: SMBs, Startups, Professional Services

Choose Managed Private Cloud if:

You need private infrastructure without IT overhead
You want the security of private deployment
Predictable total costs are important
You prefer full-service management
You might upgrade to on-premise in the future

Perfect for: Growing Enterprises, Regulated Industries

Your Journey to AI-Powered Knowledge Management

Ready to Transform Your Organization's Knowledge?

Follow our proven 5-step implementation process

1
Discovery Call - 30-minute consultation to understand your requirements and recommend the best deployment option
2
Technical Assessment - Our experts evaluate your infrastructure, security, and compliance requirements
3
Custom Proposal - Detailed deployment plan with timeline, pricing, and success metrics
4
Proof of Concept - Optional 2-week pilot with your actual data to validate the solution
5
Full Implementation - Complete deployment with comprehensive training and ongoing support

📞 Ready to Get Started?

Transform your institutional knowledge into an intelligent AI assistant

Email: hello@knowcode.tech Schedule: Book a free consultation Response Time: Within 24 hours

No commitment required - just a conversation about your needs


Pricing Notice: All pricing is indicative and based on standard configurations. Final pricing depends on specific requirements, user count, data volume, and support needs. Contact us for a detailed, customized quote.

Security Promise: All consultations are conducted under strict confidentiality. Your organizational information is never shared or stored without explicit consent.