On-premises versus cloud-based deployment

Both Microsoft Dynamics NAV and Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central have roughly the same application base, hence share the very same feature capabilities. What changes in the equation, then, is the deployment type: on-premises versus SaaS.

The first question that an IT manager in this context faces is: should we go on premises or embrace the cloud? Normally, an ERP application is a core software part for a company, and this decision could drastically affect business processes at all levels and influence decision makers. It represents the vital heart of a company and it is crucial in guaranteeing its prosperous future. Let’s try to compare both types of product deployments to better understand the pros and cons and find a duly qualified answer to the question.