Key Cost Issues Around SAAS, Hybrid, and On-Premise Models for Supply Chain Compliance

Supply chain compliance using Microsoft Dynamics AX is a complex and confusing issue todiscern for most companies.  A starting point for effective cost evaluation must begin with a clear understanding of which approach best serves your business objectives (covered in two previous articles). With this in mind it is time to explore cost as a variable in your decision. 

The advantage of the SAAS model is usually a lower upfront cost. With system administration and mapping conducted at a central location and amortized across multiple customers, the cost is reduced.  For companies with simple mapping and low EDI volume, this model is frequently the...