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Cloud composable architecture means that other cloud options can be explored.
Typically, in those instances, a partner or regional data center hosts the platform on a software-as-s-service basis, or private on-premise cloud.
Flexibility and scale
There’ s no doubt that cloud has arrived. But whether a fully multi-tenant cloud environment, or on a hybrid or private cloud basis is best, it’ s important to understand the respective merits and shortfalls of each. Working with a partner who has extensive experience of ERP projects as well as manufacturing environments is hugely valuable in ascertaining the right cloud. Often they can align options with the specific needs, nuances and organizational culture to recommend the right environment to support both the now and the long term.
As outlined in the Government’ s Industrial Strategy 2035, manufacturing growth is imperative for the economy. And without a modern, cloud ERP, supported by the right partner to facilitate new technologies and scale for the future, manufacturers risk falling behind their competitors.
Cloud therefore represents the only truly real scalable future proof platform from which to embrace a more intelligent and agile way of working, capitalize on new technologies and embrace future opportunities. ■
Paula Yarwood www. inforlogic. com
Paula Yarwood works at Inforlogic. Bringing together world-class software with years of experience and expertise, Inforlogic delivers practical, manufacturingcentric ERP capabilities tailored to meet the specific needs of manufacturers, no matter how complex. It helps businesses work better, faster and smarter through combining Infor’ s CloudSuite Industrial platform with a decade of customer success to help simplify and automate complex business processes.
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