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Cloud Computing
| In addition to our on-premise solutions we offer a range of cloud computing services including: hosted exchange, hosted desktop and colocation services.
There are many definitions about cloud computing and there is a general lack of understanding amongst business users with many people still struggling to define it accurately. In order to help you understand the fundamental concept and benefits that cloud computing may bring to your business please see the information below. What is Cloud Computing?Cloud computing is simply a set of pooled computing resources and services delivered over the internet. The most common analogy to help explain cloud computing is comparing it to a utility service provider such as an electricity supplier. Using such a service eliminates your need to generate your own electricity since it is provided on demand from the electricity grid as it is needed. In the same way cloud computing means you do not need to store applications or services locally on your PC or network and can access these via the internet. The ever decreasing costs and increasing capacity of high speed internet has made it possible for all organisations to access enterprise grade IT by delivering it over the internet as a utility. In the traditional model of computing, both data and software are fully contained on the user’s network and local computer. In a cloud computing model a computer may contain almost no software or data (thin client) and serves little more than a display terminal whilst accessing the services over the internet. Benefits of Cloud ComputingA business can gain significant benefits by transferring their IT over from a traditional computer network to a hosted cloud solution. However, it is not suited to all organisations and businesses should seek expert IT advice when considering such options. Cloud computing offers you the very latest technology and enables you to easily access and share resources, application software and information from any location whenever you like. It may save your business time and money, increase your data security and give you and your staff flexibility in the way you work. |
Cloud computing replaces expensive hardware upgrades and extends the lifecycle of existing hardware providing an immediate capital saving. Additional cost savings can also made by reducing the number of on-site servers, reducing energy consumption and improving your carbon footprint.
To keep your IT up to date in future you simply draw additional resources from the cloud only paying for the services as you need them on a monthly cost per user basis. Key BenefitsReduced IT Capital Expenditure Costs » Reduced IT Capital Expenditure Costs Reduced IT Overheads Reduced IT Maintenance Costs » Reduced IT Maintenance Costs Increased Mobility Scalability Easy to Budget Disaster Recovery / Business Continuity » Disaster Recovery / Business Continuity Removes Risks and Increases Data Security » Removes Risks and Increases Data Security
High Availability Air-IT Helping You Make the Right DecisionWe understand that all businesses have differing needs and no two businesses are alike. Whilst cloud computing offers significant advantages this may not be the correct model for your business. We therefore recommend that you seek expert advice whilst considering your options. Please contact us today to find out more about our cloud computing solutions and how they may benefit your business. |