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On-Premise ERP Software vs Cloud

Choosing an ERP software, or enterprise resource planning software, can be challenging when you're awash with choices. There are advantages to each deployment method, and all of the choices offer the basic functionality that you need and want in an ERP. One of the major factors to consider is whether you want an in-house ERP or a cloud-based system. Reviewing the advantages and disadvantages of each can help you make this decision.

In-house

On-premise enterprise resource planning software keeps your business data close to the source. You don't need to worry about data leaks, security threats, and other data security problems -- but you do need to assign IT staff to monitor these things. With in-house systems, the control is in your hands. If you have sensitive business data, this might make the most sense.

Disadvantages of in-house

When you opt for on-premise ERP software, you may get additional help with training, setting up the system, and choosing modules from the consultant. Once you are up and running, however, your business is on its own. In-house IT staff become responsible for maintenance on the server. Running an ERP system may consume their time and put other IT projects on the back burner. Ask yourself if your IT staff has the time, skills and abilities to take this on.

Additionally, up front costs with on-site systems are high, because you pay for all of the servers and infrastructure you might need, even if your current need is lower. You might pay for capacity that never gets used, whereas a cloud ERP system allows a more granular approach. If something goes wrong, you have to pay diagnostic, maintenance, and repair costs.

Advantages of cloud

Since cloud systems are hosted elsewhere, they relieve some of the pressures that come with choosing an on-premises system. You won't have to perform maintenance on the server. The cloud...