What Is a Hosted ERP?
Cloud ERP is simply an ERP system developed by cloud computing. The system is deployed on the cloud server side. Users can access the cloud server to access ERP application services through PCs, tablets, smartphones and other terminal devices.
Cloud ERP
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- Chinese name
- Cloud ERP
- Foreign name
- Cloud ERP
- Cloud ERP is simply an ERP system developed by cloud computing. The system is deployed on the cloud server side. Users can access the cloud server to access ERP application services through PCs, tablets, smartphones and other terminal devices.
- With the development of e-commerce technology, various external business activities of enterprises have also been extended to the Internet. The new generation of ERP system should support
- Realize multi-platform operation without platform restrictions, that is, the cloud ERP system can be free from any operating system restrictions, so that enterprises can choose the best platform according to business needs and investment capabilities, and help enterprises smoothly achieve different application levels Smooth transition. In the early stage of the enterprise construction management system, you can choose a common PC network with relatively low investment, but with the expansion of the application scale, a larger processing power hardware environment is required, but you do not want to change the application software system. In this way, the cross-platform business software system in the form of B / SERP shows great advantages and can fully protect user investment.
The integration of multiple applications is around the core enterprise, integrating business information flow, logistics, capital flow, etc. through application modules such as e-commerce, invoicing and supply chain, customer relationship management, international trade, manufacturing, and finance, and integrating suppliers and manufacturers. , Distributors, retailers until the end user is connected into an integrated functional network chain structure model. Promote data exchange between enterprises (especially between enterprises and suppliers, and between enterprises and customers), and help enterprises improve the competitiveness of the entire supply chain.
Data is highly integrated. The data that enters the system can be transformed, integrated, and transferred to relevant functional modules according to the inherent rules and internal relationships of business processes and management work, and the relationship between the various application functions, so that data and information can be used in applications. The smooth flow between the systems enables the application systems to work together to achieve a high degree of data sharing and system integration. Complete the management and control of the entire business process of the enterprise.
Highly modular
- Cloud ERP is not only used in e-commerce user groups, but also in fast-growing enterprises, such as SAP Cloud ERP [1-5]
- 1. Cloud ERP reduces implementation costs
- If a significant portion of the cost-point software purchase is realized, it will result in a large initial investment. Although each implementation will vary, most consist of 4 parts: installation, system configuration, staff training, and data migration. Of these components, data migration is the most expensive because its data forms are complex and the data from one system to another may have been around for many years. However, as start-ups, these are usually small, and if any, historical data that needs to be converted will reduce the overall cost of implementation.
- 2. Cloud ERP infrastructure costs pushed to suppliers
- With cloud ERP software, vendors can install and host software on their own servers, and they are only responsible for the cost of purchasing and organizing all the hardware. Customers don't have to worry about having the latest equipment or the physical storage space needed in the office. This helps to further reduce the initial investment costs of startups and ongoing software maintenance costs.
- 3. No need for IT department
- The key factor in choosing a hosted ERP software is that it is not necessary for a skilled IT department to transfer all IT issues to the cloud vendor. As mentioned above, cloud vendors are responsible for handling and maintaining all necessary hardware and server requirements. This also includes handling regular backups. Customers don't have to worry about hiring employees because they already have a knowledgeable team from the vendor's IT support representative.
- 4. Predictable monthly cost
- The biggest difference between a SaaS and a local software system is the cost structure. With a local solution, you pay a lot of upfront investment when you buy software licenses, and you pay a one-time implementation cost. With SaaS applications, you only need to pay the same implementation cost, but the software license fee can be paid monthly. In fact, you rent the software from the manufacturer instead of purchasing the license directly. This means you only need to use the predictable monthly expenses you use, which makes budgeting costs simpler and effectively improves cash flow.
- 5. Cloud ERP can quickly add new individual users
- Startups need ready-made software systems to help them grow quickly. With the help of cloud ERP applications, enterprises can slowly add individual users to the system, adding one user at a time is simpler. Each time a new person is added, the "one user, one cost" set will be added to the monthly fee. This cost set makes budgeting for new hires easier. [7]