Why Many Organizations Prefer Customer-Controlled Deployment

Data governance remains a major consideration for many businesses.

While cloud-based platforms offer benefits in certain scenarios, some organizations prefer maintaining control over their own infrastructure and data environments.

Reasons may include:

Security requirements
Compliance obligations
Existing infrastructure investments
Data ownership concerns
Internal governance policies

Customer-controlled deployment allows organizations to maintain oversight of their data while still benefiting from modern replication technology.

This approach can be particularly attractive for businesses with established IT environments and strict governance requirements.

How Mirrordex Addresses Infor Reporting Challenges

Mirrordex was developed specifically to support organizations running Infor CSD and Infor ISM.

Rather than serving as a generic integration platform, Mirrordex focuses on one primary objective: delivering a continuously synchronized copy of Infor data directly into Microsoft SQL Server.

This specialized approach helps organizations simplify reporting and analytics projects while maintaining high levels of performance and control.

Several features distinguish Mirrordex from alternative approaches.

Built Specifically for Infor Environments

Mirrordex was designed around the structures and requirements of Infor CSD and ISM, helping simplify implementation and ongoing management.

Direct SQL Server Replication

Data is replicated directly into Microsoft SQL Server, providing immediate compatibility with Power BI, Excel, SSRS, and other Microsoft tools.

Log-Based CDC Architecture

The platform uses transaction log monitoring to support near real-time synchronization while minimizing impact on production systems.

No-Code Deployment

Implementation does not require extensive custom development, reducing project complexity and accelerating time to value.

Built-In Monitoring

A web-based dashboard provides visibility into system health, replication activity, and operational status.

Rapid Implementation

Many organizations can begin using replicated data within approximately one week.

Common Business Applications

Organizations typically implement real-time replication solutions to support several key initiatives.

Operational Reporting

Provide managers with current visibility into day-to-day business activities.

Executive Dashboards

Deliver real-time performance metrics to leadership teams.

Financial Reporting

Support accurate reporting using current transaction-level information.

Supply Chain Visibility

Monitor inventory movements, purchasing activity, and logistics performance.

Business Intelligence

Create a reliable foundation for analytics and reporting projects.

Workflow Automation

Enable automated processes based on current operational data.

Final Thoughts

As organizations continue investing in digital transformation, the ability to access current ERP data becomes increasingly important. Reporting delays, performance concerns, and complex integrations can limit the value organizations receive from their Infor systems.

Real-time data replication offers a practical solution by separating reporting workloads from operational systems while keeping information continuously synchronized.

For organizations running Infor CSD and ISM, solutions such as Mirrordex provide a specialized approach designed specifically for these environments. By combining log-based Change Data Capture, direct SQL Server replication, customer-controlled deployment, and near real-time synchronization, businesses can create a modern reporting foundation that supports analytics, automation, business intelligence, and better decision-making across the organization.

As reporting expectations continue to evolve, organizations that invest in real-time access to ERP data will be better positioned to improve visibility, increase efficiency, and unlock greater value from their Infor investment.

Real-Time Infor Reporting Without ERP Performance Issues: A Smarter Approach to Data Access