The cloud is transforming business - isn’t it time your firm embraced cloud tech?

Over the last decade, a silent revolution has been transforming the way modern businesses operate, helping streamline operations and putting cutting-edge tech in the hands of the many rather than just a few.

Cloud computing is now one of the fastest-growing areas in the entire computer and tech industry and is revolutionizing workplace processes in firms big and small across all sectors. Cloud services are spearheading the digitization of business and becoming an integral and essential part of many companies’ IT operations.

What is the cloud, and how does it work?

Cloud computing is the provision of remote computer services normally delivered over the internet to individual subscribers. Modern cloud computing companies can provide everything from storage to processing and running bespoke applications, all hosted on so-called cloud servers (essentially remote computers).  The concept of the cloud relies extensively on today’s much-improved connection speeds, increased security, and advances in server tech.

Why is the cloud right for my firm?

Well, for a start, it can be no coincidence that the world’s biggest firms are already shifting their operations to the cloud - perhaps the greatest recommendation you could look for. Companies like Netflix, Gmail, Facebook, et al. all intrinsically trust their operations to cloud service providers.

However, over and above that, your competitors will likely have already embraced cloud tech, which, moving forward, will result in them having a considerable technological advantage over your firm. Below are just a few other good reasons why you should engage cloud services in your operations:

Ditch the costly infrastructure: IT networks are notoriously expensive to set up and a monstrous drain on resources to run securely. By shifting your digital services to the cloud, you’ll pass all these responsibilities onto your provider, slashing expenditure and getting a better Return on Investment (ROI). While it still might be a good idea to have someone in your team learn cloud computing, in the main, you’ll be able to entrust your network to your provider.

Give more freedom to your employees: The cloud is, by nature, remote (and remotely accessible), meaning your staff will be able to work from anywhere with an internet connection. As a result, there’s really no need for staff to all be housed under the same roof in our modern connected age. Instead, your team will be able to work virtually - even using just a mobile phone connection to tap into your secure network.

Enhanced security: On the subject of secure networks, cybercrime is the single greatest threat facing companies today. As more and more firms transition and move more of their operations online, the value of data has increased. Indeed, many industry experts now suggest data is the world’s most valuable commodity - outperforming even established resources like gold and oil. Using a cloud provider, you’ll get access to industry-leading maintenance security provision 24/7/security and 365.

Unlimited storage: Cloud companies typically offer a range of standard packages which can be upgraded or downgraded at the flick of a switch, depending on your needs.

A smarter team producing better products: From running collaborative working apps to integrating with Artificial Intelligence (AI) software, the endless scope, and power that cloud tech offers companies means you’ll produce better, more streamlined products. Cloud companies offer hardware and software that was previously beyond the financial reach of many firms. With cloud computing, your firm can effectively lease space and processing grunt on these machines as and when you need it.