For demanding customers seeking Accounts Payable automation, one-size-fits-all rarely works, especially amid recent trends of increasing security requirements, regulatory pressure, and evolving IT strategies. Organizations need flexibility not just in functionality, but in how and where their solutions are deployed and where their data is stored.
That’s why DynamicPoint’s invoice automation solution, EasyAP365, is built on the Microsoft 365 platform, enabling multiple deployment models that align with your organization’s security, compliance, and functional needs.
Whether you’re a for-profit business, a government agency, or an organization with strict internal controls, EasyAP365 provides deployment options that will meet your IT objectives.
Watch the video as we highlight some of the key takeaways from this blog:
Deployment Options for EasyAP365
- Azure Commercial (SaaS Model)
The most common deployment model is a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), which is hosted in Microsoft Azure Commercial.
In this model, EasyAP365 is deployed in a fully managed, multi-tenant or single-tenant SaaS environment, providing:
- Rapid implementation with minimal IT overhead
- Automatic updates and enhancements
- Built-in scalability and high availability
- Seamless integration with Microsoft 365 services
Benefits
- Lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO): No infrastructure to manage
- Enterprise-grade Security: Backed by Microsoft’s global security framework
- Operational Efficiency: Focus on business processes, not system maintenance
This option is ideal for organizations that want to move quickly, reduce complexity, and leverage cloud-native benefits without managing infrastructure.
- Azure Government (GCC) Deployment
For public-sector organizations and those working with government entities, EasyAP365 can be deployed in Azure Government (GCC or GCC High) environments.
This model is specifically designed to meet strict U.S. government compliance requirements.
Benefits
- Regulatory Compliance: Supports standards such as FedRAMP, CJIS, and ITAR
- Data Residency: Data remains within U.S. government-approved data centers
- Enhanced Access Controls: Restricted access to screened U.S. personnel
This deployment is ideal for federal, state, and local agencies, as well as contractors, who must meet stringent compliance and data sovereignty requirements.
- Private Cloud / Self-Hosted Deployment
For organizations requiring maximum control, EasyAP365 can also be deployed within your own environment, either:
- In your private instance of Microsoft Azure
- Or within your internal infrastructure (hybrid or fully private cloud)
Benefits
- Full Control Over Data & Infrastructure: You define policies, access, and architecture
- Custom Security Posture: Align with internal standards and risk frameworks
- Isolation: Dedicated environment with no shared resources
This model is often preferred by organizations in highly regulated industries or those with unique operational or security requirements.
Public vs. Private Azure Cloud Deployments
Choosing between public and private cloud deployments comes down to balancing control, cost, and complexity.
Public Cloud (Azure Commercial / GCC)
- Shared infrastructure managed by Microsoft
- Faster deployment and easier scaling
- Lower operational burden
- Continuous updates and security patching
Private Cloud (Self-Hosted)
- Dedicated infrastructure (single-tenant)
- Greater control over configurations and policies
- Higher responsibility for maintenance and security
- More customization flexibility
Tradeoff Summary:
Public cloud prioritizes speed and simplicity, while private cloud prioritizes control and customization.
Self-Hosting EasyAP365: When Does It Make Sense?
Self-hosting isn’t for everyone, but in the right scenarios, it can be the best choice.
Consider Self-Hosting If You:
- Have strict data sovereignty or residency requirements
- Require custom integrations or configurations not suited for SaaS
- Maintain internal IT teams capable of managing infrastructure
- Need full control over upgrade cycles and system changes
Key Considerations
- Infrastructure: You are responsible for provisioning and maintaining resources
- Maintenance: Ongoing updates, patches, and monitoring are required
- Scalability: Must be planned and managed internally
- Security: Requires strong internal governance and expertise
Self-hosting offers unmatched control, but also requires a higher level of ownership.
Why Microsoft 365 Enables This Flexibility
The reason EasyAP365 can support such a wide range of deployment models is simple: it’s built natively on Microsoft 365.
This architecture provides:
- Consistency across environments
- Seamless integration with existing Microsoft tools
- Scalable and secure infrastructure
- Flexibility to deploy in commercial, government, or private clouds
Unlike legacy AP solutions that rely on rigid, standalone systems, EasyAP365 leverages a modern cloud ecosystem that adapts to your organization.
In Conclusion
With EasyAP365, organizations don’t have to compromise.
Whether you choose:
- The simplicity of SaaS in Azure Commercial
- The compliance of Azure Government
- Or the control of a private cloud deployment
You’re backed by the power and security of Microsoft 365.
That’s the advantage of building on the right platform!
