When cloud computing can work for your business
Cloud computing has been one of the main technological innovations of recent years that have driven a more efficient and streamlined economy and allowed new business opportunities to flourish. Yet the immense pressure to find such new technologies often leads them to be accompanied with a tidal wave of hype that almost no tech can live up to. So how do you see past the hype and find whether cloud computing is right for your business? Here are some points you need to consider.
1. Is any disruption justified by the cost benefit?
Before deciding to move to the cloud, it’s worth looking at how much disruption the migration will cause, and how much you will lose financially and in terms of productivity during this disruption. Then, look at how much money and time you are likely to save by using the cloud and weigh up if the benefits outweigh the disruption and cost. With a reliable and trusted cloud provider, you’re likely to find that future savings will easily and quickly make up for any immediate losses.
2. How much capacity do you need?
One of the best things about cloud computing is that services are usually infinitely scalable. However, if you find that your usage is increasing erratically or exponentially, fees can be unexpectedly high. It’s best to plan carefully to identify your needs as accurately as possible and make sure your cloud services will consistently meet your needs.
3. Does your company need any specific, specialised hardware components?
If your business uses applications that require specialised underlying hardware components, they may not be able to be virtualised. It’s best to consult your potential cloud provider to find out if this is the case; but with more and more programs and features moving to the cloud, most applications can now be migrated with no problem.
As with all of your business decisions, deciding when to invest heavily in cloud computing is primarily a matter of cost-effectiveness. The potential rewards can be huge; if you choose the right provider and most suitable package, you can take full advantage of cloud computing to push your business to new heights. Get in touch with us to find out more.
