Cloud-based ERP systems

While many vendors tout the hype around cloud-based ERP systems, companies must cautiously approach these setups with a long-term vision that includes ROI and performance concerns. Research how your company fits into the cloud ERP market with stories that compare the various technologies, features and options available for systems that are hosted over the internet.

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Considering a cloud ERP migration or already have workloads in the cloud? This meaty guide can help you. Review 20 most important controls to consider when transitioning to cloud ERP. Use these guidelines to help strengthen or build a solid ERP backbone.

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Cloud-based ERP systems News

May 29, 2020 29 May'20
Cloud-based ERP rollout benefits from remote work

Vertical Aerospace launched a cloud-based ERP project at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. The shift to remote work turned out to help -- not hurt -- the project.
May 13, 2020 13 May'20
Managed cloud ERP services keep businesses afloat in crisis

In this Q&A, Ryan Etinson of Syntax discusses why companies that use a managed cloud services provider for their ERP systems don't have to worry about system stability.
May 06, 2020 06 May'20
Cloud-based ERP keeps SMBs running during pandemic

Many SMBs have found that moving to cloud-based ERP systems has helped keep the lights on by allowing employees to access enterprise applications from home.
May 04, 2020 04 May'20
How to renegotiate your ERP contract during a pandemic

ERP consultant Marcus Harris provides advice on renegotiating ERP contracts when the scopes of ERP implementation projects change due to the COVID-19 crisis.

Cloud-based ERP systems Get Started

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SaaS ERP

SaaS ERP is a type of cloud-based enterprise resource planning (ERP) software that runs on the vendor's or cloud provider's servers, is sold through subscription and delivered as a service over the internet. Continue Reading
cloud ERP

Cloud ERP is a type of enterprise resource planning (ERP) software that runs on a provider's cloud computing platform, rather than on premises in an enterprise's own data center. Continue Reading
Oracle OpenWorld 2019 coverage: Oracle seeks loftier cloud perch

This guide covers technology developments and other news from the Oracle OpenWorld 2019 conference, plus key trends for Oracle cloud, database and application users. Continue Reading

Evaluate Cloud-based ERP systems Vendors & Products

Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.

SaaS ERP vs. cloud ERP: What's the difference?

SaaS ERP and cloud ERP represent two types of software systems that share some similarities. Learn what they have in common and how they are different. Continue Reading
What are the benefits of cloud ERP?

More and more businesses have turned to cloud technologies, even when it comes to their ERP systems. Here's a look at the many benefits cloud ERP systems offer. Continue Reading
The top ERP trends for 2020 and beyond

The cloud is the seedbed of the new technologies affecting ERP, including AI and IoT. It could soon lead to autonomous software that takes over many everyday business processes. Continue Reading

Manage Cloud-based ERP systems

Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.

COVID-19 remote work security: 5 ways to boost cybersecurity

HR leaders and their teams have an important role to serve in enterprise information security. Here are five ways they can help mitigate cyberthreats and provide user education. Continue Reading
ERP security issues with working remotely during COVID-19 outbreak

Keeping the organization's enterprise systems safe is everyone's job -- from top leadership on down. Now that the coronavirus has millions homebound, that's never been more important. Continue Reading
What it takes to create ERP integration strategy success

Companies are using more standalone systems, yet users are demanding better technology experiences. Bridging this chasm requires a solid integration strategy. Continue Reading

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There's time and place for SMBs to adopt SaaS-based ERP

SMBs face many issues when implementing SaaS ERP operations versus on-premises, plus the fact that one size cloud-based ERP platform doesn't necessarily fit all companies. Continue Reading
Finding the root cause of ERP implementation failures

The root cause of ERP implementation failures may be delays in decision-making. Delays add up, which wastes time and imposes extra costs on a deployment. Continue Reading
ERP functionality now often attained piecemeal in cloud applications

More organizations are foregoing monolithic ERP systems for easy-to-deploy cloud applications that do most of what they need in nimble microservices and access to customer data. Continue Reading