Thinking of implementing a Cloud Solution? See what your options are:
1. Hosted Servers – This is where you opt to have a hosted server rather than purchasing a physical server outright. For smaller businesses this makes perfect sense as you only pay a small monthly fee to have your own fully operational server.
2. Hosted Applications – this is where you can rent user accounts for different applications (for example having a hosted Exchange for Outlook means you can rent individual mailboxes from Microsoft and you pay per user). This way you are able to enjoy all of the benefits of having an internal email system (shared calendars, group address list, @company extension) without the financial outlay.
3. Hosted Software – many accounting packages now have cloud versions for their traditional on premise solutions.
4. Online Data Backup – Back up your data securely over the internet to a secure server centre. No need for tapes or removable devices and you can choose to back up your data daily, weekly or monthly.
5. Online Data Storage – You can also store your business critical data in the cloud making it easier for you to be up and running quickly in the event of a disaster.
Many businesses will choose to use elements of the cloud although there is nothing stopping you from having a completely cloud based network where your servers, emails and business applications are hosted virtually.
Afraid of the Cloud? Don’t be! You already use the Cloud!
“If you are a fan of Facebook, Twitter or iTunes or if you have ever paid for items, bid or watched a movie online, then you are already a connoisseur of Cloud Technology!”
Other Benefits of implementing “Cloud” Solutions for Your Business Include:
• Lower Capital Expenditure
• Easily Scale your operations without the huge outlay
• Greater Functionality
• Greater Flexibility
• Better Security
To find out more about “Cloud Computing” and see which solutions may be suitable for your business please give us a call on 0800 001 5942 or email vip@supremesystems.co.uk
