Having the prediction happen in the modular format allows you to start with a lower version of Exadata and then you can keep on upgrading it as per your requirement.
Oracle Exadata Express Cloud Service is very stable, offering great performance and high availability without the need for database fine-tuning. It is more scalable in the cloud compared to on-prem versions, allowing for scalability by upgrading from a lower version. It provides cost-saving benefits by eliminating the need for additional personnel for operation and maintenance. However, support needs to be faster, and pricing could be improved.