What’s Right for Me – SaaS or Traditional?
Selecting a licensing and deployment model for your ERP or accounting software does not have to be stressful. Pick a vendor which allows you the freedom to switch as your needs change. If you are just getting started, the table below provides some guidance as to which model will work best for you.
| Cost Criteria | SaaS Option | Perpetual / Traditional |
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| Other Criteria | SaaS Option | Perpetual / Traditional |
| Payment predictability | Yes | No |
| Customization | Yes | Yes – completely |
| Remote access | Yes | Yes |
| Local access | via Internet | via LAN |
| Upgrades and upgrades | Automatic | Self installed |
| Backups | Automatic | Self managed |
| Own license | No | Yes – use it forever |