Today, Local Authorities find themselves at a critical crossroads. They’re tasked with modernising their IT infrastructure to keep up with the times while grappling with the complexities of budget constraints and outdated systems. Quite obviously of course, this represents a very challenging task.
However, Local Authorities are not on their own in this fight. Cloud-based ERP systems represent a solid investment to mitigate these challenges and offer a beacon of hope in an increasingly challenging situation.
In this blog, we unpack five reasons why Local Authorities should consider embracing cloud ERP and the role that Absoft can play in implementing these systems.
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Reason 1 - A Cloud Migration Can Be Tactical
Pressure is mounting for Local Authorities to cut costs and streamline operations. To alleviate this, they can leverage the power of tactical cloud migrations. Organisations can substantially save costs and optimise operations by quickly and efficaciously transferring vital systems to the cloud. Rather than a more complex cloud migration, this tactical approach will allow Local Authorities to achieve a cost-effective, future-proofed IT infrastructure quickly. This can become the foundation for ongoing innovation and change without necessitating a significant operational overview.
Reason 2 - Meeting Budgetary Goals
Bid farewell to the burden of maintenance costs and perpetual licence fees that weigh down dated on-premise solutions. By replacing old on-premise equipment with a secure, UK-based cloud service, organisations can remove the heavy maintenance costs associated with maintaining legacy solutions. It eradicates the burden of perpetual licence costs – often for no longer required solutions. Cloud-based services allow Local Authorities to achieve more manageable, flexible, and predictable annual IT budgets and resource allocation. Financial planning capabilities are enhanced accordingly through such a subscription-based model.
Reason 3 - Reducing Complexity
Cloud-based ERP solutions offer improved functionality without the headache of costly add-ons, especially when guided by a dedicated support partner. By streamlining IT systems and cutting through complexity, Local Authorities can slash upgrade costs and bolster operational agility while leaving cumbersome legacy systems behind.
Reason 4 - Providing a Foundation For Operational Transformation
IT teams and resources can be liberated from mundane maintenance tasks and achieve new levels of innovation. By arming themselves with modern ERP resources, Local Authorities can thus supercharge processes, automate tasks, and empower staff to deliver services with newfound efficiency, ensuring that their team’s expertise is allocated to the areas that need it most. Further, due to cloud ERP’s standardised approach, coupled with access to resources and training, staff are enabled to manage data democratically via the system.
Reason 5 - Achieving Sustainability Goals
Local authorities are also tasked with addressing their carbon footprint. Transitioning from dedicated on-premises data centres to the cloud offers a more sustainable solution, thereby supporting these environmental goals. Cloud-based data centres are significantly more energy-efficient, with studies showing up to a 93% improvement in energy efficiency and up to 98% reduction in carbon emissions compared to on-premises solutions. Additionally, by committing to using 100% renewable energy by 2025, achieving water positivity by 2030, zero-waste certification by 2030, and net-zero deforestation from new construction, cloud providers contribute to the sustainability efforts of Local Authorities, helping to improve their environmental impact.
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Conclusion
The journey to cloud migration isn’t just a possibility but a game-changer for Local Authorities. By embracing a cloud-first strategy, organisations can unlock immediate cost savings, streamline operations, and pave the way for ongoing digital transformation. With Absoft’s guidance and expertise, the voyage to the cloud promises enhanced efficiency, innovation, and sustainability for Local Authorities.
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