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In the cloud or on-premises – choose the deployment model that’s right for you
Microsoft Dynamics ERP products offer multiple deployment and pricing options, including both on-premises solutions and cloud-based software-as-a service (SaaS) platforms provided by our partners. Whatever your preference, you have the flexibility to choose the option that’s right for you.
With on-premises deployment, Microsoft Dynamics ERP software is hosted at your own location on your own servers or at a location of your choice. You can work with one of our partners to set up the necessary hardware and software, using new systems or any available systems you already own. Either partners or your in-house staff can then maintain and develop your solutions.
With on-premises deployment, you can:
Leverage existing investmentsReduce costs by using the hardware and software you already own.
Easily connect with legacy systemsWhile most cloud solutions can connect with existing equipment, on-premises solutions can always do so.
Guarantee predictable performanceOn-premises solutions are not subject to fluctuations in performance or availability due to the Internet (although on-premises solutions are not necessarily faster than hosted ones).
Support compliance requirements Ensure compliance with security and other policies that require on-premises solutions.
You can make implementing your Microsoft Dynamics solution easier. By working with a Microsoft partner who uses a proven methodology – implementation processes and tools – you can achieve a successful implementation that is on-time, on-budget and on-spec.
In addition to a wide range of partner-hosted solutions, the next major versions of Microsoft Dynamics ERP solutions will be available for cloud-based deployment using the Windows Azure platform. Read the press release.
Many Microsoft partners offer cloud-based hosting for Microsoft Dynamics ERP solutions and can serve your organisation in a wide spectrum of roles. You can task them with providing hardware and software that is accessed and controlled by your in-house IT department. Or you can engage a partner as an outsourced IT department that runs, maintains and develops your systems for you.
Hosted ERP solutions allow you to:
Minimise your initial investmentLower your startup costs by avoiding upfront hardware and software purchases.
Get up and running quicklyHosted ERP solutions generally offer faster deployment options.
Manage your cash flow betterSupport your business as it grows with low and predictable costs that scale with actual use of your solution. You can also purchase a traditional perpetual licence and have it hosted by a partner.
Scale the solution as neededMany partner-hosted ERP solutions offer scalability that fits to your organisations exact needs and can be adjusted as your needs change.
Maximise internal IT resourcesFree up your internal IT staff for tasks that provide more value to your organisation.
Is a hosted solution right for you?
Microsoft Dynamics ERP offers a two-tier ERP strategy that is rooted in a common sense, practical approach to IT planning and governance – use the right solution for the right situation.
