Epicor recently announced that the final on-premises release for Prophet 21 is scheduled for May 2028, marking a significant shift toward cloud-only support. Evan Foster, Partner at Conveyance Solutions and Epicor Platinum Partner, breaks down exactly what this means for distributors currently running on-prem. Evan explains why you don’t need to panic and migrate immediately, but why you should start planning now. He also shed light on Epicor’s Prism AI capabilities and how distributors can leverage AI tools without building expensive custom solutions.
Whether you’re evaluating your migration timeline, concerned about database access, or wondering how to prepare your custom integrations for the cloud, this conversation offers practical guidance from someone who’s helped dozens of distributors navigate this exact transition. Evan shares actionable advice on refactoring existing customizations, choosing the right tools for your tech stack, and making strategic decisions about build vs. buy in an AI-driven world. If you’re running P21 on-prem, this is your roadmap for the next few years.
