A ‘hardware security module’ (HSM) is a physical computing device that safeguards and manages digital keys for strong authentication and provides cryptoprocessing. These modules come in the form of a plug-in card or an external device that attaches to a computer or network server.
Software for use with a Hardware Security Module (HSM)
installation by ElseWare mandatory for an HSM
| Direct Submitter BACS | £1500 per year |
| Bureau BACS | £2500 per year |
| Direct Submitter BACS + FPS | £15,000 per year |
| Bureau BACS + FPS | £17,000 per year |
| Mandatory HSM and software installation minimum of 2 days | £1000 per day plus travel expenses |
Software prices are per site. Multiple copies of the software are allowed per site plus a reasonable number off site for backup and disaster recovery purposes.