5 success stories of cloud-based ERP

ERP stands for Enterprise Resource Planning . In Portuguese, this model is known as SIGE or SIG: Sistema Integrado de Gestão Empresarial (Integrated Business Management System). These are platforms developed to integrate various departments of a company, aiming at the automation and storage of corporate information . But have you heard of cloud-based ERP?

Implementing an ERP system improves processes, departmental management, and consequently, company growth. But with the evolution of technology, several other advantages have emerged from using cloud-based ERP.

Discover everything you need to know about the topic: what cloud-based ERP actually is, the main advantages of using this solution, and which companies are already using it to take advantage of all the benefits.

What is cloud-based ERP?

Most companies are already familiar with using ERP systems on a daily basis. They rely on ERP systems to help aggregate and organize data that is generated and used by each of their independent departments.

Traditional ERP solutions are usually implemented on the company's own server infrastructure and require updates and maintenance to remain current. Cloud-based ERP, as the name suggests, is a cloud-based system, following the model of other SaaS (Software as a Service) solutions .

Unlike traditional ERP software, cloud-based ERP does not rely on proprietary server infrastructure to help companies share information between departments. Cloud ERP software continues to integrate all the essential functions for a business to operate, such as accounting, inventory management, order processing, and customer relationship management.

This way you guarantee a complete ERP system, save on infrastructure costs, and enjoy a number of other benefits that we will explore from now on.

5 main advantages of cloud-based ERP

Discover now the most important advantages your company gains by using cloud-based ERP, all of which are unique when compared to the traditional ERP usage model:

1. Reduced costs

The low costs of cloud-based ERP are especially attractive, since one of the problems with data storage and management was the expense of IT infrastructure, such as equipment maintenance, software license purchases, electricity, cooling, and payment of technical teams.

This is completely eliminated from the necessary infrastructure, since all access is done remotely. Furthermore, the company only pays for the resources it uses, with different plans offering distinct functionalities.

2. Ease of backup

Backups are essential for any business, as they prevent total data loss. In the cloud, it's impossible for important data to be lost due to physical hardware problems, disasters, or unforeseen events .

This security guarantee , which consolidates information in a centralized and encrypted network of servers, is another important benefit that would not be possible using the traditional model.

3. Remote access

Those who have their company's data in the cloud can access it from anywhere, including through mobile devices.

That's why cloud-based ERP solutions are more affordable than traditional models. Companies can upload and access data in real time via the cloud, from any device with an internet connection, allowing for greater collaboration between departments.

4. Scalability

Integrating ERP data into the cloud enables corporate growth by increasing resources, such as storage space. Where previously it was necessary to invest in infrastructure to expand storage capacity, now everything can be done quickly, at even lower costs, allowing the system to adapt to the organization's needs.

One of the companies that has proven itself competent in cloud computing is AWS. Worldwide, Amazon Web Services' new services have won over many companies with successful case studies. Therefore, let's explore them.

5. Constant and agile updating

Unlike traditional ERP software, cloud-based ERP users receive constant updates as soon as they are available. Cloud-based ERP is also highly customizable and easily configurable for your business quickly, without requiring any physical space intervention to implement.

AWS and SAP: Discover Solutions and Success Stories in ERP Usage

Amazon Web Services and SAP have formed a successful partnership. Since developing a collaborative alliance, they have provided high-value services to customers.

That's why we're now going to present some successful case studies of companies that have chosen to use ERP in the cloud through the partnership between AWS and SAP.

Adobe case (SaaS) – Creative Cloud

Adobe has replaced its nearly 10-year-old Creative Suite with Creative Cloud. Now, resources are stored and synchronized in the cloud, making it easier for designers to access Adobe applications.

Adobe Creative Cloud offers users (mostly professionals working in graphic design, video editing, web development, and photography) access to its entire collection of software, which can be downloaded via the internet through a monthly or annual license subscription.

The company made this decision primarily because of piracy of its products. Since May 2013, it has announced that all versions from that date would be available through Creative Cloud, no longer through Creative Suite. The CC subscription is hosted on AWS.

SmugMug

SmugMug is a photo and video sharing service. Billions of high-value photos and videos are stored there daily. To maintain optimal performance and convey reliability to its customers, the company relied on AWS for its storage and backup needs.

SmugMug migrated all of its data from a data center to the AWS cloud, thereby reducing physical space and hardware management, and achieving greater efficiency.

FC Barcelona

The famous Barcelona Football Club, which maintains a sector of SMS, e-commerce and social media services, chose AWS for its data storage. The company took into account the flexibility and the method of payment per use of space, which perfectly suited its needs.

Urban Fish

Amazon EC2 hosts Peixe Urbano . This has allowed for greater consistency and stability for one of the most accessed websites in Brazil, even during peak traffic periods that are common on the platform.

GOL Airlines

Since internet access is not available on airplanes, and considering the needs of passengers, the company relied on AWS to implement an in-flight entertainment system.

Choosing the right company to host your data in the cloud, in a way that's compatible with your business, can be crucial to achieving your goals and operational success . So contact Sky.One now and discover the solutions that will provide all these benefits!

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