Introduction: The Problem with On-Premise Sage 50 Servers
Many businesses using Sage 50 reach a point where they must make a critical decision—replace their aging on-premise server or move to the cloud. At this juncture, businesses often decide that hosting physical hardware on-site is no longer practical.
Replacing servers not only requires a large capital investment, but the associated costs of proper backups, security, and IT management can quickly add up. In most cases, businesses also lack redundancy, which means that a single hardware failure can result in significant downtime. One of the most frustrating challenges with on-prem setups is enabling secure, multi-user access—often requiring outdated VPNs or remote desktop solutions that can be unreliable and difficult to manage.
Modern cloud-hosted solutions, like Concero Cloud Desktop, powered by Citrix, eliminate these pain points by offering seamless remote access and multi-user collaboration—without the complexity of managing on-premise infrastructure.
The Challenge of Remote Access and Collaboration with On-Premise Servers
Enabling multiple employees to access Sage 50 remotely from different locations presents several challenges with an on-premise setup:
- VPN Issues: Businesses often rely on VPNs to connect remote users to office servers. VPNs are complex to set up, prone to failures, and can create security risks if not properly managed.
- Remote Desktop Software: Some companies use remote desktop tools to access Sage installed on office machines. However, this method requires keeping machines powered on 24/7, which raises security risks and adds energy costs.
- Multi-User Conflicts: On-prem setups make it difficult to allow multiple users to access Sage 50 simultaneously, leading to workflow bottlenecks and frustration during peak times like month-end reporting.
These limitations make day-to-day operations harder, especially for hybrid or remote teams that need to collaborate efficiently.
How Cloud Hosting Improves Sage 50 Access and Collaboration
Cloud hosting eliminates the need for physical servers and provides a virtual desktop environment that users can access anytime, anywhere. Here’s how Sage 50 cloud hosting with Concero solves common challenges:
- Seamless Multi-User Access
With cloud hosting, multiple employees can log into Sage 50 simultaneously without conflicts. This improves collaboration between accounting staff, bookkeepers, and external consultants. - Access from Any Device
Whether working from a desktop, laptop, tablet, or smartphone, users can access Sage 50 securely through a Citrix-powered Cloud Desktop. This flexibility supports modern work-from-anywhere practices. - Simplified IT Management
Hosting Sage 50 in the cloud removes the burden of managing on-prem servers, VPNs, or remote desktops. Concero handles all updates, backups, and security, so your IT team can focus on more important tasks. - Enhanced Security with Citrix
Citrix’s DaaS technology ensures that remote sessions are secure and high-performing. Multi-factor authentication (MFA), encryption, and automated backups provide peace of mind for businesses managing sensitive financial data.
Lower Costs and Greater Redundancy with Cloud Hosting
One of the biggest advantages of cloud hosting is the cost savings it delivers over time. On-premise servers require capital investment, IT maintenance, and periodic upgrades. Cloud hosting shifts these costs to a predictable monthly subscription model, eliminating surprise expenses.
Additionally, cloud-hosted environments provide redundancy and disaster recovery by default. In the event of a hardware failure, your data remains safe, and your team can continue working without interruptions.
Go Cloud with Concero
If your business is tired of managing on-premise Sage 50 servers or struggling with outdated remote access solutions, it’s time to consider cloud hosting with Concero. Our Citrix-powered Cloud Desktop makes Sage 50 accessible from any device, simplifies IT management, and supports seamless multi-user collaboration.
Get a free trial of Concero Cloud Desktop and experience the benefits of hosting Sage 50 in the cloud.
