Recently, we published a blog post called What A Microsoft Cloud Services Provider (CSP) Is—And 8 Reasons Why Should You Care because the concept of a CSP, while known by Microsoft partners, isn’t completely understood by customers. That’s unfortunate because a CSP—as the blog post discusses, offers big benefits. With the definition and role of the… Continue reading Microsoft Cloud Services Provider and Microsoft Subscription Licensing Relationship Explained
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Why SaaS ERP Software Does Not Mean the End To Upgrades
With the cloud clearly becoming dominant in the world of software, common questions arise concerning upgrades. If a business or organization is on a SaaS (Software as a Service) application—like ERP—do they still need to deal with upgrades? The answer lies somewhere in between yes and no; this post explains why. SaaS Software Defined Before… Continue reading Why SaaS ERP Software Does Not Mean the End To Upgrades
Microsoft Cloud Services Provider CSP Defined and Why It Matters To Customers
With software in the cloud becoming the norm, it’s no surprise then, that cloud services have taken center stage. If your company or organization has software in the cloud, you are receiving cloud services—most likely from the partner that sold you the software. If you’re using a Microsoft Dynamics product like Business Central, you probably… Continue reading Microsoft Cloud Services Provider CSP Defined and Why It Matters To Customers
Migrating GP to Business Central: The Case for the Cloud
At some point, all Microsoft Dynamics GP (Great Plains) users will be faced with the big decision—to migrate to Business Central or another ERP. While Microsoft has said that they will continue to support Dynamics GP through 2024, at some point, GP will be going away. There’s a lot of confusing information out there, so… Continue reading Migrating GP to Business Central: The Case for the Cloud
Difference Between IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS And When You Need to Use Them
If you’re moving or thinking of moving your applications to the cloud, you might hear about different hosting options. Among these options are: Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Software as a Service (SaaS). Which option you choose depends largely on your business needs. To understand the advantages of each… Continue reading Difference Between IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS And When You Need to Use Them
Why You Should Choose ERP in the Cloud
According to Aberdeen, more than 60% of businesses with at least one ERP solution still mostly rely on legacy on-premises systems. Why does that matter? The bottom line is that staying on premises is affecting their profitability. While development in ERP might be even between on-premises and cloud versions right now, that will change in… Continue reading Why You Should Choose ERP in the Cloud
How Your Finance Department Benefits from Cloud ERP
Organizations depend on technology for productivity and maintaining a competitive advantage. With cloud technology sweeping the business landscape, those opportunities multiply. With ERP in the cloud, the finance department can also take full advantage of technology. Here are several opportunities for your finance department to leverage your ERP. Reporting Your leadership needs to know how… Continue reading How Your Finance Department Benefits from Cloud ERP
Advantages of Using a Cloud-Based ERP
While there are a variety of ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) options currently on the market, it is not always easy for a company to decide which ERP is right for them, the one that will help with their unique needs. Before diving into the specific features and functionality of a particular software package, it is… Continue reading Advantages of Using a Cloud-Based ERP
Benefits of Subscription-Based Pricing
Cost and convenience are among the top benefits of a subscription-based pricing model, whether for coffee delivery or ERP software. Think about how nice is it to have something turn up on your doorstep; something you need, right when you need it without having to think about it. Even better, consider the idea of turning… Continue reading Benefits of Subscription-Based Pricing
Cybersecurity in a Cloud-Based ERP World
As technology becomes more sophisticated, so do cyber criminals. Cybercrimes are on the rise with no end in sight. As cybercrimes become more frequent, their impact is causing lasting harm. According to a study by the National Cyber Security Alliance, within six months of a data breach, 60 percent of small businesses close their doors. To… Continue reading Cybersecurity in a Cloud-Based ERP World