PodChats for FutureCIO: Why and why not of Cloud ERP

ERP is a staple of many businesses in Asia, particularly mid to large enterprises. There are also a number of successful local ERP brands that have built their reputation around localization and customization.The advent of the cloud didn’t necessarily accelerate the shift to cloud for ERP until recently as businesses get accustomed to SaaS solutions. With us today is Sampath Kumar, senior research manager at IDC, to talk about the why of cloud ERP and hopefully some trends and tips as well.Sampath Kumar Venkataswamy, senior research manager, IDC Manufacturing Insights Asia-Pacific on the topic of why and when to move your ERP into the cloud.Topics to be covered:1.       What is the biggest reason why businesses are moving their ERP to the cloud?2.       What is the biggest benefit (#1 is different) for moving ERP in the cloud?3.       What is the main reason why some organisations are opting for lift-and-shift as opposed to a full cloud ERP deployment?4.       What remains the challenge for organisations moving their ERP to the cloud?5.       Specific to SAP S/4HANA. What do you see are attractions for migrating and what is holding customers from moving to S/4HANA?