{"id":4449,"date":"2020-01-14T11:38:36","date_gmt":"2020-01-14T11:38:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mrpeasy.com\/blog\/?p=4449"},"modified":"2021-01-25T13:36:22","modified_gmt":"2021-01-25T13:36:22","slug":"advantages-and-disadvantages-of-cloud-based-manufacturing-software","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mrpeasy.com\/blog\/advantages-and-disadvantages-of-cloud-based-manufacturing-software\/","title":{"rendered":"Advantages and Disadvantages of Cloud-Based Manufacturing Software"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Manufacturers are inclining more toward becoming positioned technologically.  As implementing these advancements, they face aspects that must be considered <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mrpeasy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/advantages-and-disadvantages-of-cloud-based-manufacturing-software-1000x563.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4452\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mrpeasy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/advantages-and-disadvantages-of-cloud-based-manufacturing-software-1000x563.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.mrpeasy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/advantages-and-disadvantages-of-cloud-based-manufacturing-software-1000x563-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mrpeasy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/advantages-and-disadvantages-of-cloud-based-manufacturing-software-1000x563-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>You can also listen to this article:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Advantages and Disadvantages of Cloud-Based Manufacturing Software\" height=\"122\" width=\"100%\" style=\"border: none;\" scrolling=\"no\" data-name=\"pb-iframe-player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.podbean.com\/media\/player\/7qysd-d72ad9?from=pb6admin&#038;download=1&#038;version=1&#038;auto=0&#038;share=1&#038;download=1&#038;rtl=0&#038;fonts=Helvetica&#038;skin=1&#038;pfauth=&#038;btn-skin=103\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<p>Small manufacturers are continually learning the value of manufacturing software, which includes both <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mrpeasy.com\/enterprise-resource-planning\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) (opens in a new tab)\">Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)<\/a> and <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mrpeasy.com\/material-requirements-planning\/\" target=\"_blank\">Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP)<\/a>. These solutions provide accuracy, flexibility, and the latest technological advancements for their operations, and businesses are also becoming aware of how crucial the cloud can be in conjunction with these systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Manufacturing facilities are inclining more and more toward becoming positioned technologically. As manufacturers implement these technological advancements, they face other aspects that they must consider. One of those is whether or not they should embrace a cloud-based ERP or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mrpeasy.com\/mrp-system\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"MRP system (opens in a new tab)\">MRP system<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many businesses believe that on-premise\nERP systems are antiquated and a thing of the past. They want no part of the manual\ninstallation of updates and hardware. They prefer cloud-based systems that\nupdate on their own as needed. But while cloud-based ERP systems are well on\ntheir way to becoming the most important aspect to consider moving forward,\nthere are a few potential disadvantages to them that businesses should consider\nas well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #343333;color:#343333\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #343333;color:#343333\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mrpeasy.com\/blog\/advantages-and-disadvantages-of-cloud-based-manufacturing-software\/#What_distinguishes_a_cloud-based_system_from_the_%E2%80%9Con-premise%E2%80%9D_system\" >What distinguishes a cloud-based system from the \u201con-premise\u201d system?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mrpeasy.com\/blog\/advantages-and-disadvantages-of-cloud-based-manufacturing-software\/#The_advantages_of_cloud-based_manufacturing_software_systems\" >The advantages of cloud-based manufacturing software systems<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mrpeasy.com\/blog\/advantages-and-disadvantages-of-cloud-based-manufacturing-software\/#Some_disadvantages_of_using_the_cloud\" >Some disadvantages of using the cloud<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mrpeasy.com\/blog\/advantages-and-disadvantages-of-cloud-based-manufacturing-software\/#Examine_the_pros_and_cons\" >Examine the pros and cons<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_distinguishes_a_cloud-based_system_from_the_%E2%80%9Con-premise%E2%80%9D_system\"><\/span>What distinguishes a cloud-based system from the \u201con-premise\u201d system?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cloud-based\nERP systems&nbsp;are becoming common within the manufacturing industry. They\nuse a web browser or web service to communicate data to various points of\nproduction and their workers using the Cloud. On-premise systems, on the other\nhand, are installed on-site and cannot be configured and updated remotely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The\ncost of the two models can also differ: cloud-based systems have a monthly\nsubscription, and on-premise systems typically have heavy upfront costs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s take a look at the primary pros and cons of cloud-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mrpeasy.com\/manufacturing-software\/\">manufacturing software<\/a>. You can then decide if it\u2019s the better choice for your operation:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_advantages_of_cloud-based_manufacturing_software_systems\"><\/span>The advantages of cloud-based manufacturing software systems<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Businesses are always looking for\nways to make their operations run more fluently, perform more efficiently, and\nrequire less ongoing management. Cloud-based manufacturing software solutions\nprovide these options and much more.&nbsp;Here are some of them:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Quicker Implementation:<\/strong> Investing in new hardware and waiting for slow updates are not a part of cloud-based systems. Instead, they utilize the web and updates are implemented without the interaction (and labor costs).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cost-Effectiveness:<\/strong> Cost is one of the leading factors when\nmanufacturers choose cloud-based solutions for enhancements to their ERP\nsoftware. It gives them a big advantage since traditional systems have a\nvariety of expenses that go beyond the initial software purchase price. These\ncan include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Licensing fees<\/li><li>Costs for updates <\/li><li>Data storage<\/li><li>Management fees<\/li><li>Expenses for support and training<\/li><li>Miscellaneous additional fees per\ndevice<\/li><li>Annual maintenance fees<\/li><li>Upgrade fees for upgrades. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If the company finds that the model\nis not suitable, the upfront costs and fees are generally nonrefundable. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With the cloud-based point solution,\nhowever, there are no licensing, registration, or maintenance fees. Also, you\npay a monthly fee, which allows you to cancel anytime.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Security:<\/strong> Another advantage of cloud-based software\nis security. In the past, security was often a concern for prospective ERP\nbuyers. It\u2019s not surprising since lots of critical information is being stored in\nan ERP system, including financials, employee information, client lists, and\ntrade secrets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But while buyers were once guarded\nabout the security of cloud-based software, most have become less wary today, evidenced\nby the rising adoption rates for cloud-based systems. Information and data that\nare stored in the cloud are placed in several offsite servers, protected by\n24\/7 security, and with several layers of redundancy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today, cloud-based solutions essentially eliminate the risks from theft, disasters, accidents, and weather-related incidents to your information. <strong>Reputable cloud vendors have rigorous standards in place to keep data safe. <\/strong>Prospective buyers can also opt for a third-party security audit of a vendor they\u2019re considering. The audit can be especially helpful when the vendor is not well-known.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Any fears of running out of storage\nspace are also mitigated with the cloud.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Accessibility of Features:<\/strong> Because of faster updates, more\nfeatures are implemented with each update. The system is enhanced frequently,\nand its functionality is increased. Many cloud systems now enable easy mobile\naccessibility. Some even offer native mobile apps. But there is a word of\ncaution required here: the ease of access may come with additional security concerns,\nmost notably if employees are accessing the company\u2019s files on a personal\nmobile device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Data and Integration Enhancement:<\/strong> Since cloud-based ERP systems are web-oriented,\nintegration, and data accuracy improve immensely. Newer technology can race\npast the older and less accurate on-premise software systems that lack overall\nsystem integration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>No Physical Servers:<\/strong> Maintenance of hardware is not needed\nsince there are no in-house servers. This feature is a big advantage for\noperations that have had to maintain hardware in the past. They can now\nincrease their focus on other areas within the manufacturing facility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Some_disadvantages_of_using_the_cloud\"><\/span>Some disadvantages of using the cloud<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Although cloud-based software solutions\ncome with a long list of benefits, they might not be perfect for everyone. It\u2019s\nbest to touch upon some of the disadvantages before making a final decision for\nyour company.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Continuing Costs:<\/strong> Although the cost of a cloud-based\nsystem is an advantage in most cases, it might not be, depending on your\nbusiness needs, budget, and monthly expenses. Traditional systems usually have\na one-time, upfront investment, which includes the costs associated with ensuring\nvarious regulations are met and followed. Updates and patches might also be\nincluded. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A cloud-based solution has no upfront\ninvestment. However, there is an ongoing monthly fee to use the service. Updates,\npatches, and upgrades could bring on additional costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Data Security:<\/strong> Just like costs, security is\ngenerally an advantage when using cloud-based manufacturing software, but it\ndoes require you to put a large amount of trust in your vendor. Also, control\nover the security and privacy of your data is no longer 100 percent with you.\nCloud-based solutions are not invulnerable. And as unlikely as it may be, a\nbreach can compromise the entire company.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Examine_the_pros_and_cons\"><\/span>Examine the pros and cons<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After weighing the advantages\nand disadvantages, there is much more clarity. Cloud-based manufacturing\nsoftware might not be the answer for every company, but for small and mid-size businesses\nlooking to hold down upfront costs, seeking a stable system, and hoping for\neasy access, it\u2019s overwhelmingly the right fit! <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Manufacturers are inclining more toward becoming positioned technologically. 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