Infor CloudSuite available for the automotive industry

BANGALORE, INDIA: Infor today announced Infor CloudSuite Automotive to offer industry customers access to applications within the cloud environment. This announcement builds upon Infor's offerings available on Amazon Web Services (AWS).

Infor CloudSuite Automotive combines software with rich automotive industry functionality that is deployed with a flexible, subscription-based delivery model to designed significantly reduce upfront IT expenditure. Infor CloudSuite Automotive provides a customized solution that is specially configured to meet the unique needs of the automotive industry.

The release of Infor CloudSuite Automotive provides Infor customers with a greater range of access when utilizing core industry applications. The suite allows OEMs and top tier suppliers to electronically share data such as demand, supply and delivery information. The result of which can shorten delivery times and increase responsiveness.

Infor CloudSuite Automotive provides industry specific analytics that are delivered through a unique user interface that provides insights on finance and key metrics of the end-user's business. The suite also utilizes Infor ION, a purpose-built middleware and Infor Ming.le, the social collaboration engine, which supports internal and external communications between customers and their suppliers.

These enhancements support globalization by allowing users to view real-time data at anytime and from any location. Infor CloudSuite Automotive enables applications to be launched remotely, which in turn can provide access to emerging partners, suppliers and joint ventures.

Infor customers will also benefit from a reduced total cost of ownership (TCO). Infor CloudSuite Automotive does not require customers to purchase onsite servers or hardware, which eliminates the need for additional IT support.

Because cloud delivery via AWS is managed through a monthly subscription, Infor CloudSuite Automotive reduces upfront investment, serving as an operating instead of a capital expense. Customers will also experience a faster time to value than a traditional on-premise launch.

"With more than 80 percent of the world's largest automotive suppliers running Infor applications, we've seen first-hand the interest from the industry to move to the cloud to take advantage of its clear benefits, like easier maintenance and lower TCO, that aren't necessarily offered with on-premise applications," said John Bermudez, vice president, Product Management, Infor.

"Infor CloudSuite gives customers an opportunity to increase their return on investment and join the cloud movement, without sacrificing any of the industry-specific functionality delivered by Infor's products."