[April 2016] You’ve heard the cloud-based ERP can offer many advantages. It’s true that it’s cheaper to maintain since IT costs are taken on by the provider host and a company doesn’t need to purchase expensive equipment or labor. It’s also true that the software won’t become outdated because it’s updated regularly. It’s also easy to scale because license size can be adjusted up or down according to business need. But—what about security? Is it safe?
While there’s no solution that guarantees the elimination of security risk, in many cases the cloud-based ERP is able to provide a more secure environment. Here’s why:
Dedicated Resources
When you’re working with a reputable cloud vendor, they will have dedicated resources working around the clock to protect your data. These are highly trained individuals who will use methods including encryption, secure data transmittal and other safety measures to ensure your data is secure.
Generally, this level of support is offered as a part of the vendor’s services upfront, along with upgrades. There are no hidden costs.
Recovery and Back Up
These same individuals are working with you to devise a plan for recovery in the unlikely case there’s a security breach. These agreed upon plans are tested rigorously to ensure they work properly, and are tested continuously to prove they remain the most valid solution. At the same time, the team will be testing for vulnerabilities and patching systems to make them less likely to experience a breach. They will also be creating plans for backing up and recovering your company’s data.
Built-In Security
Microsoft Dynamics AX includes enterprise-grade protection for any sized business built right into its solution. This includes security to help safeguard across devices and apps within the cloud. It also helps you recover from business disruptions and makes compliance easier.
To learn more about the benefits of moving to the cloud and how CuroGens can help, contact us for more information at learnmore@curogens.com.