When is it necessary to run a process on a local agent instead of a Cloud agent?

Running a process on a local agent is necessary when accessing on-premise resources that are situated behind a firewall. This is because local agents are installed within the local network infrastructure, allowing them direct access to resources that may not be accessible from the cloud due to security protocols and network configurations. When a data process needs to extract or manipulate data from a resource that is secured behind a firewall, using a local agent ensures that the data can flow seamlessly between the local environment and the Informatica Cloud application.

This choice highlights the importance of network architecture and security considerations when designing data integration processes. The local agent acts as a bridge, enabling secure and efficient data movement without compromising the safety measures that are in place.