Cloud ERP in Malaysia: Benefits, Challenges, and Opportunities

Abstract

Cloud ERP systems are the recent trend of ERP systems and Cloud ERP is experiencing tremendous growth as well as it is considered as an alternative to local ERP systems due to its benefits associated with the deployment of cloud ERP compared to traditional ERP and the other characteristics that cloud computing technology bring it, cloud ERP does not require much prior investment and can be deployed immediately. Cloud ERP systems provide several advantages for small and medium businesses (SMEs). However, the adoption rate of this system in SMEs is below expectations. Because of the lack of success stories, companies do not have enough confidence, so they are reluctant to embrace cloud computing. before making the decision that whether to adopt cloud technology or not, SMEs prefer waiting in order to see and monitor and hear other companies' feedback on cloud ERP adoption. This paper highlights cloud ERP and its benefits, challenges, and opportunities. This paper will be useful to potential cloud ERP adopters and decision-makers in SMEs as well as service providers.

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