Let’s be honest—cybersecurity isn’t just an IT problem anymore. It’s a business risk. And in construction accounting, where every dollar and deadline matters, the wrong system can leave you exposed.
For years, on-premises accounting software felt like the safe choice. You could see the server, lock the door, and trust your team to keep things running. But today, that setup is more vulnerable than ever.
🔐 On-Premises: Security You Have to Build Yourself
With on-prem systems, you’re responsible for everything:
- Server maintenance
- Security patches
- Backup routines
- Disaster recovery
And if something goes wrong—a power outage, a ransomware attack, or a stolen laptop—your data could be gone. Most construction firms don’t have the time or resources to manage this level of risk.
️☁ Cloud Accounting: Security Built-In
Cloud platforms like Sage Intacct flip the script. You get:
- Enterprise-grade encryption
- Redundant backups
- Secure access protocols
- Automatic updates and patches
Your data lives in secure data centers, monitored 24/7 by experts whose only job is to keep it safe. You don’t have to worry about missing a patch or losing a backup—it’s all handled for you.
🛡️ Sage Intacct: Cybersecurity You Can Count On
Sage Intacct was built for the cloud, which means security isn’t an add-on—it’s part of the foundation. You get:
- Multi-tenant architecture with shared codebase and database
- HIPAA-compliant infrastructure for sensitive data
- Disaster recovery and audit trails for compliance and peace of mind
And because Sage Intacct is only hosted by Sage, you’re not relying on third-party vendors with unknown standards.
🧠 The Myth of Control
Some firms stick with on-prem because they think it gives them more control. But control without expertise is a liability. If your team isn’t trained to defend against modern threats, you’re not safer—you’re just more exposed.
💡 Real-Time Security, Real-Time Decisions
With Sage Intacct, your team can:
- Access financials securely from anywhere
- Collaborate without passing spreadsheets
- Scale without worrying about server upgrades or security gaps
And when new threats emerge, Sage Intacct updates automatically—no waiting for your IT team to catch up.
✅ Conclusion: Cloud Isn’t Just Convenient—It’s Safer
Cybersecurity is about resilience, visibility, and trust. Sage Intacct gives you all three—so you can focus on building projects, not defending servers.
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