Manufacturing Today Issue - 239 August 2025 | Page 18

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allows regular updates to the software to be released and signifies the end of lengthy, painful upgrades and migrations to the latest version.
Because multi-tenant cloud models run on some of the largest and cloud providers such as Amazon Web Services( AWS), security and performance standards are world-class. Manufacturers can therefore be reassured that their systems are not only technologically advanced, but that risk is managed effectively, and robustness and resilience are covered.
This convergence of advanced technologies and intelligence within a true multi-tenant cloud environment means seamless updates, scale and agility. As well as truly future proofing ERP investment, this model ensures users are always on the latest version.
Modern, composable infrastructure and APIs which afford the ability to easily integrate with third party systems, cements this scalability, driving visibility and collaboration to support long term planning.
Private and hybrid cloud
While a multi-tenant model is right for many businesses, misconceptions around the risk and security aspects of cloud prevail in certain sectors. Concerns around data privacy, where data resides and increasing regulatory requirements are driving greater scrutiny of the specific types of cloud model. As a result, private clouds and hybrid models are gaining ground.
The best modern ERP platforms are typically built upon a unique, flexible architecture which provides a cost-effective and efficient way to adapt the solution to fit the nuances and parameters of manufacturers’ specific operational models. The flexibility which comes with this kind of
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