No more legacy systems: future-proof with cloud CRM and ERP

The term legacy system describes software that is used over its intended useful life and is no longer developed. Why do companies stay on such systems when they are outdated and insecure? Often, it is habit, coupled with beloved features and extensions, that certain business processes cannot function without. But is that reason enough to accept all the disadvantages and risks that come with legacy systems? Certainly not.

Legacy systems inhibit progress

At this point, it is helpful to take a closer look at the disadvantages of using legacy systems:

• Blocked further development of the system prevents process optimizations – everything remains as it is
• Legacy systems emerge quickly: software becomes a factor of uncertainty within just a few years
• Security vulnerabilities cannot be fixed or can only be fixed with very high hours
• Extensions to peripheral systems have to be maintained extensively, as the peripheral systems are constantly evolving
• Improvements in perimeter systems are slowed down by the legacy system
• Lack of documentation and exodus of expertise make the legacy system even more complicated

Replacing such systems is an enormous feat for any company that is worth taking on if it wants to remain competitive. The benefits of switching to well-maintained cloud systems are so enormous that the investment will quickly pay off. Companies that rely on customizable standard software are particularly well positioned in the future, because they benefit from both worlds: consistently maintained standard software used by thousands of companies, and the ability to adapt to their own processes.

FAR in the cloud with Vertec and Abacus

A particularly powerful duo consists of Swiss software vendors Vertec and Abacus. Vertec offers an integrated Crm and erp in the cloud . Certified according to ISO 27001, adaptable and made for the needs of project-oriented service providers. Abacus offers cloud-ready financial accounting for more than 8000 companies.

There are already numerous customers who have taken a large part of their business processes to the cloud with the combination of Vertec and Abacus. Both systems are being meticulously developed – this brings a high level of future security for our customers.

Raphael Keller from Acht Grad Ost AG in Switzerland, which uses Vertec as Software for engineers , sums it up:

«Thanks to the transparent and clear instructions of the abacus web receivable extension from vertec on the knowledge base, we were able to put this extension into operation quickly. actually independently, with only little support from the abacus partner.»

Easy to implement

Interested companies can now test the successful combination without obligation. Set up the free tests in just a few minutes and see for yourself. Here’s how it works:

1. Start at Vertec.
2. Use our Knowledge Base Articles to install the Abacus interface and make the appropriate system settings in Vertec.

Are you planning to switch to a cloud-ready F&A system soon or have you just completed this step? Use the opportunity to exchange ideas in the Vertec Forum .