Why is ERP archiving essential for businesses today?
By Emanuel Böminghaus, Legacy Systems Expert and Managing Director, AvenDATA
By Emanuel Böminghaus
Legacy Systems Expert and
Managing Director, AvenDATA
Managing Director, AvenDATA
Many companies have been running ERP systems for decades, storing vast amounts of business data. When considering ERP archiving, it’s not just about saving storage space. it’s about legal compliance, cost control and ensuring digital sustainability. Legacy ERP-systems need to be archived in good time before they become a risk.
Old systems are costly and insecure
Outdated ERP systems lead to high maintenance and licence costs, even though they are rarely used. Every year, the risk of system failures and security gaps increases. Companies that implement ERP archiving early reduce operating costs and reliably protect sensitive data from loss or manipulation.
Data archiving as the key to compliance
Professional ERP archiving ensures that all business-critical data is stored securely, completely and in an audit-proof manner for the long term. AvenDATA offers a solution with ViewBox that meets not only national requirements such as GoBD, HGB and GDPR, but also international standards including SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act), GDPR, SEC and IRS regulations in the USA, as well as local retention rules under the Swiss Code of Obligations, UK Companies Act or French Commercial Code. This allows businesses worldwide to remain compliant without having to keep outdated systems running.
ERP archiving relieves IT and finance
By decommissioning old systems and securely archiving data, companies free up IT resources and reduce budget pressure. Instead of spending money on maintenance, businesses can invest in modern applications. ERP archiving creates a clear separation between legacy data and new processes efficient, transparent and cost-effective.
Conclusion: ERP archiving is a step towards the future
ERP archiving is more than a legal obligation & it is an integral part of a modern digital strategy. Acting now reduces risks, ensures compliance and creates flexibility for new technologies. With AvenDATA’s ViewBox, ERP data can be securely archived, legacy systems decommissioned and the foundations laid for a future-proof IT landscape.
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