Choosing OpusApps powered by Acumatica and deployment flexibility
Every SMB knows that change is inevitable, from changes in your industry or compliance regulations to changing customer demands and internet reliability/access. Here at Opus Management, we understand your business must flex with the changes, including how you deploy the OpusApps solution. This is why we guarantee ERP deployment flexibility.
As an Opus Management client, you can deploy via SaaS (Software-as-a-Service) or private cloud. If you’re not sure which one is best for your business, let’s look at some pros and cons of each option.
SaaS deployment
With SaaS, uses AWS to host our cloud ERP software, which we maintain and update, including computer hardware and operation system updates.
Pros:
- No up-front capital expenditure, freeing up cash for other investments.
- Servers are maintained in a controlled environment in the data center, making technical resources available for more critical duties.
- Software updates can be scheduled automatically
- The AWS hosting provider employs enterprise-level security and virus protection that most companies can’t afford.
- SaaS deployments offer flexible scalability.
Cons:
- Loss of internet connectivity can leave users unable to access the system.
Private cloud deployment
For SMBs, this option means you purchase the computers that will run Acumatica’s cloud ERP software, and you will store them in your facility or work with a hosting partner.
Pros:
- Companies choose to deploy on premises for several reasons, such as regulatory compliance.
- Private deployment gives you complete control of and access to the system.
Cons:
- Private cloud deployment requires more upfront and long-term capital investment to purchase the server hardware as well as the staff and facilities to maintain them.
- You are responsible for all network security and access risks, including backup/restore procedures and system failover capabilities.
- You are responsible for making sure upgrades take place as new releases become available. You can perform upgrade tasks using your team or work with your Acumatica partner for assistance.
In addition to the aforementioned pros and cons of each option, it’s important to note that having your financial data in the cloud is not “riskier” than having it under your control in a private cloud deployment.
Is it time to consider OpusApps and deployment flexibility?
If having ERP deployment flexibility (which means switching deployment options when you need and want to) is important to you, then you may want to consider OpusApps powered by Acumatica. We know being agile in an ever-changing marketplace is foundational to your success.
To learn more about ERP deployment flexibility and about Acumatica ERP implementations (which includes these eight steps to success), contact our team today. We would be happy to schedule a demonstration to help you in your selection process.
