Microsoft Dynamics NAV Joins the Cloud

One primary feature of Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2013 we are extremely excited to share would have to be cloud readiness! It has enhanced functionalities gives users extended accessibility and convenience. In a nutshell, the web client (cloud) version of Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2013 is increased access to your Dynamics NAV application virtually anywhere via web browser!

Why should I choose Microsoft Dynamics NAV as a Cloud ERP solution?

Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2013 on the cloud has all the capabilities and functional benefits of the on-premise deployment method with lower initial investment cost! Users will have the flexibility in accessing the application anytime anywhere via web browser so that no work will be delayed and productivity can be improved. Dynamics NAV on the cloud is on subscription basis (per user per month). This option is especially good for companies who wish to have better cash flow!

The table below gives a good comparison between deploying on-cloud and on-premise which serves as a good guide when choosing a suitable deployment method.

	On Cloud	On Premise
Pricing Model	On subscription model	One-time investment for software license
Expense Type	Monthly payment is operational expense	Investment is capital expense
Infrastructure	No infrastructure required	Infrastructure setup required
Storage Space	Upgradable storage space	Unlimited storage space (depends on server capacity)
Data Location	Business data residing in datacentre	Business data residing within 4-wall of company
Accessibility	Access via web browser and mobile devices	Access via PC client, web browser, mobile devices
Customization	Some limitation on customization	No limitation on customization
Connectivity	Dependent on internet connection	Full control over the system
Up time	Guaranteed up time	Dependent on server stability and configuration
Backup/recovery	Auto backup and recovery	To be managed by company
Security	Security is compliant to SSAE-16 and ISAE-3402	Security policies varies from company to company

Table was updated on 13 Aug 2013.

How to choose between "on cloud" and "on premise" deployment? 

This is a good question. There are a few key factors to be considered:

• What is my business needs and infrastructure setup?
• Do I have unique business requirements that require customization?
• What is the size of my user base?
• What is my company's security policies?
• What is my allocated capital for this implementation?
• How much control do i want?

In reality, there is no one-model-fits-all deployment. The good news is that Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2013 supports hybrid delivery model i.e. cloud-enabled on premise deployment. You can have the best of both worlds without long-term commitments, unnecessary expenses, inefficiencies of hosted and on-premise models.

Cloud computing brings with it many benefits and although cloud computing has long been prevalent in the technological world, previous versions of NAV had not supported it. Hence this upcoming launch of Microsoft Dynamics 2013 is highly anticipated by businesses especially Microsoft enthusiasts. As a Microsoft premium partner, IBIZ consulting services is ready to support either deployment methods.

What’s great is that this is only one of the many new and exciting features that Dynamics NAV 2013 can offer you! Stay tuned for the next few weeks to get the low down on more NAV2013 NEW and exciting features!

In the next week, we will show you how work is simplified and shared through the integration of SharePoint and Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2013.

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