[Cisco Licensing and Smart Licensing] Which deployment model minimizes dependence on internet connectivity for core collaboration functions?

An on-premises deployment model minimizes dependence on internet connectivity for core

collaboration functions. In this model, all critical services, including call control, messaging, and

conferencing, are hosted within the organization's local infrastructure. This ensures that internal

communication services remain operational even if internet connectivity is lost.​

In contrast, cloud-based deployments (Options A and C) and Hosted Collaboration Solutions (Option

D) rely on internet connectivity to access services hosted externally, making them more susceptible

to internet outages.​

Reference: Supporting Cisco Devices for Field Technicians (FLDTEC) – Cisco Licensing and Smart

Licensing​