Point Solution

Definition

A “point solution” in technology or business describes a specialized offering – it can be a piece of software, product, or tool designed to address one specific problem within an organization or enterprise.

What is an example of a point solution?

Employee Time-Off Requests Software:
It’s tailored to do one job really well – managing time-off requests – without addressing other related HR tasks.

What is the difference between a point solution and a platform solution?

Platform solution is like a multi-tool that offers a variety of functions in one package while a point solution is like a specialized tool for a specific job.