3 Reasons to Switch Your On-Premise Software to Microsoft Azure Cloud

Keep Up with the Technological Revolution

In the wake of the constantly changing technological revolution, businesses must adapt to modern technology to remain competitive. For example, adopting cloud-hosted technology can be a huge business advantage.

Outdated, on-premises systems are frequently used by manufacturers and distributors because they were the norm for so long; however, the evolution of technology has made cloud-based systems a safer, more scalable option for businesses. One of the leading cloud providers is Microsoft Azure. Microsoft Azure Cloud Services delivers a comprehensive suite of solutions to accelerate your digital transformation so you can gain a competitive advantage.

The following are three reasons your business will benefit from switching from on-premises hosting to Microsoft Azure Cloud Services.

1. Protect Your Data

Businesses often stay with on-premises systems because they believe it’s a safer choice. There is a common misconception that, because you have physical control over the system and no third party has access to critical data, your data is safer. In reality, businesses are pouring enormous amounts of resources into securing on-site data centers, but even the slightest erroneous configuration could expose the company to threats and data loss. On the other hand, when you use a cloud-hosted service, everything is handled by experts that are dedicated to protecting your data. 

If your on-premises software goes down, the weeks it takes to get it back up and running are detrimental to your business’s success. More than 90% of enterprises that experienced 10 or more days of downtime went out of business by the end of the year. With Microsoft Azure, all elements related to information security come included with the service, and you gain access to the latest in threat prevention and detection technologies.

Further, Azure includes a range of security solutions to ensure all your data remains protected, including threat monitoring agents that generate real-time security alerts and threat intelligence reports. Threat intelligence reports provide you with insights into attackers, their objectives, and the tactics employed. Plus, the software is equipped with built-in geo-redundant disaster recovery in case there is lost data. 

2. Promote Continuous Business Growth

A cloud platform should grow with your business, not hold it back. On-premises hosting platforms aren’t friendly when it comes to updating or upgrading your software, and not all cloud platforms are created equally. Executing customizations and third-party integrations on these sub-par hosting environments is overly complex and expensive.

On the other hand, Azure has unlimited scalability and customization, allowing you to seamlessly match its services with the unique needs of your business. With its on-demand infrastructure, you only pay for what you need, so you can easily increase or decrease your data storage at any time. Additionally, Azure averages 99.95% SLA across its cloud infrastructure, guaranteeing minimal downtime. 

3. Easily Meet Compliance Requirements

Cloud implementations have regulatory and legislative requirements, so we recommend choosing a hosting environment that is dedicated to helping you navigate and understand these requirements.

Microsoft Azure creates a shared responsibility for regulatory and legislative requirements. The only responsibility that resides with you is the classification and control over specific types of data; Microsoft carries the rest of the duties. 

Azure maintains a compliance portfolio to ease the burden of regulatory requirements. Plus, they adhere to compliance standards such as HIPAA, GDPR, and country-specific mandates. Also, with Azure, you have access to compliance guides and audit reports for your data and information, so your business always remains compliant. 

Wrap Up

These are just a few of the many advantages of using Microsoft Azure for your hosting needs. Azure is an industry leader in forward-thinking, reliable cloud hosting. Using Microsoft Azure delivers scalable, reliable software, so you can focus on the core of your business. 

Datix has over 20 years of experience working with manufacturers and distributors, and we have the expertise to meet your ERP needs. We will work with you to implement, manage, and improve your cloud ERP. Our consultants are dedicated to optimizing your software investments, ensuring you unlock their full potential. When you are ready to make the move away from outdated on-premises solutions and accelerate your digital transformation with cloud-based solutions, contact Datix.