When building an ERP or any system, one technical but important question arises: where does the data live — in the cloud (over the internet) or on your own server (on-premise)? The right answer depends on the type of business, the budget and security requirements.
Cloud system
- Access from anywhere — office, home, branch, phone
- No need to buy and maintain a server
- Updates and backups happen automatically
- Fast start — the infrastructure is ready
- Limitation: needs a stable internet connection
On-premise system
- The data is entirely yours — control stays on your side
- Works even without the internet (on a local network)
- Suits certain industry and legal requirements
- Limitation: the server, maintenance and backups are on you
Which to choose
For a multi-branch, mobile, fast-growing business, the cloud is often more convenient and cheaper to start with. For a large, highly security-sensitive business, or one where the internet is unstable, an on-premise or mixed (hybrid) option fits.
We first analyze your business's requirements and recommend the right option — cloud, on-premise or a hybrid that combines both.