6 Reasons Businesses Are Moving to Cloud ERP

Cloud ERP isn’t just a trend—it’s becoming the standard for modern businesses that want to move faster, scale smarter, and stay competitive. While traditional on-premise ERP systems still exist, many companies are switching to the cloud for good reason. 

Here are six major reasons why: 

  1. Lower Upfront Costs

On-premise systems often come with high initial expenses—hardware, servers, licensing, and IT setup. Cloud ERP eliminates that. With a subscription-based model, you pay for what you use, making it more budget-friendly and easier to manage. 

  1. Faster Implementation

Getting started with a cloud ERP system is faster and less complex. There’s no hardware to install or large IT teams to coordinate. This means you can start seeing value sooner—and start optimizing your processes right away. 

  1. Access from Anywhere

Cloud ERP is built for today’s mobile workforce. Whether you’re on-site, at home, or in the field, your team can access real-time data securely from any device. No more being tied to a physical office or VPN. 

  1. Automatic Updates and Maintenance

Forget manual upgrades and downtime. Cloud ERP providers handle software updates, backups, and maintenance—keeping your system running smoothly and securely without disrupting your operations. 

  1. Built to Scale

As your business grows, your ERP system needs to grow with you. Cloud ERP solutions are designed for scalability—so you can add users, expand to new locations, or support new services without overhauling your system. 

  1. Enterprise-Grade Security and Compliance

Leading cloud ERP providers invest heavily in security infrastructure to keep your data protected. From encryption to multi-factor authentication and industry-standard compliance frameworks (like SOC 2 and GDPR), cloud ERP ensures your systems are safe, secure, and audit-ready. 

Why Infor CloudSuite? 

Infor CloudSuite Industrial (Manufacturing, Rental, Service, and Construction) deliver all these benefits — plus something more: they’re purpose-built for the specific needs of each industry. And most importantly, Infor gives you the freedom to choose your deployment model—cloud, hosted, or on-premise—without compromising functionality.