On-Prem vs CloudFour Hosting: Why Modern Businesses Are Making the Switch

 

Managing your own servers used to be the norm, but it’s no longer the best option. Constant hardware failures, late-night patches, and outdated infrastructure can hold your ERP and business applications back. To stay competitive, your infrastructure must keep up with innovation – or your entire operation suffers.

CloudFour Hosting by ICG offers a more innovative, fully managed, and fully supported alternative that takes the pain out of hosting, giving your business room to scale and grow without the tech headaches. CloudFour also allows 24/7/365 access to your ERP anywhere, anytime. 

Let’s break down why organizations are moving away from on-premise environments and how CloudFour is helping them simplify, scale, and stay secure. 

 

The On-Premise Challenge: You're on Your Own 

If you're still relying on an on-premise setup, it might be time to rethink your approach. Today’s top businesses are making the switch to CloudFour Private Hosting to cut costs, enhance security, and gain the flexibility they need to scale. In our latest blog, we explore why on-prem setups can be a barrier to growth—and how CloudFour’s solution makes the transition seamless, secure, and scalable.

When managing an on-premise setup, your team handles everything from hardware maintenance and software updates to system backups and cybersecurity. Here’s what that typically involves:

  • Costly hardware purchases and replacements 
  • Limited scalability (especially during peak usage) 
  • In-house IT staff to monitor and maintain systems 
  • Higher risk of downtime or outages 
  • Physical space requirements for servers 
  • No built-in disaster recovery unless specifically implemented 

And when something breaks? Your team needs to fix it. Fast. The pressure's all on you. 

 

CloudFour Hosting: Smart, Scalable, Secure 

CloudFour Hosting from ICG is a fully managed, private cloud hosting solution built specifically for IT and your ERP system. It’s more than just "off-site servers"—it's a comprehensive IT partnership. Here’s what sets it apart: 

Security You Can Trust 

Your critical business data is protected with enterprise-grade firewalls and strict compliance with CMMC, NIST, and other security frameworks, keeping your systems safe and your auditors happy. 

 

Performance & Reliability 

Private CloudFour Hosting by ICG offers dedicated resources and support to optimize performance. Enjoy faster load times, 99.99% uptime, daily backups, and redundant systems that ensure minimal downtime. No matter the weather, your team stays productive and online, with business continuity built into every layer.

 

Scalability on Demand 

As your business grows, CloudFour Hosting ensures you have the processing power and resources needed to handle increased demands without any interruptions. CloudFour Hosting offers our customers the convenience of working from anywhere, scaling on demand, and removing the burden from your staff of maintaining, supporting, and delivering the system. It’s the 'easy button' for delivering any IT or ERP platform.

 

All-Inclusive Infrastructure 

No more dealing with licensing, hardware upgrades, or server configurations. CloudFour includes: 

  • All IT, VDI, and SQL Server licensing 
  • Hardware provisioning and maintenance 
  • Virtual desktops and app delivery 
  • 24/7/365 access from anywhere 

 

Fully Managed and Supported by Experts 

Let ICG handle the heavy lifting. With 24/7/365 monitoring, end user support, disaster recovery, and full ERP/IT management, CloudFour ensures your business is always running smoothly. Our fully supported services mean your internal team can focus on what matters most—driving growth—while we take care of the technical complexities. 

 

 

Why CloudFour Hosting Is the "Easy Button" for IT & ERP 

Think of CloudFour Hosting as the easy button for IT. You don’t just get cloud servers—you get: 

  • Full ERP and IT-managed services 
  • Strategic ROI with predictable monthly costs 
  • Proactive performance monitoring 
  • A competitive edge through better efficiency 
  • Hassle-free updates, upgrades, and scaling 
  • CloudFour allows 24/7/365 access to your ERP anywhere, anytime!

You focus on growth, innovation, and customer service—we’ll handle the infrastructure. Whether running a small business or a large enterprise, CloudFour Hosting allows you to grow without the burden of managing your servers. 

 

Want to learn more about CloudFour?

Join our FREE 45-minute 'Got Cloud? Webinar' on Wednesday, June 4th at 1pm EST for a deep dive into how ICG’s CloudFour Hosting can future-proof your business by reducing costs, eliminating IT headaches, and boosting efficiency.