The 5 Most Commonly Asked Questions About Cloud Solutions

Klik Solutions’ expertise includes cloud transformation and cloud solution deployment. We were asked thousands of questions about the cloud, its benefits for businesses, and potential drawbacks. In this blog, our team addresses the five most frequently asked questions about cloud solutions. 

1. What is the Cloud? 

“The cloud” refers to servers that are accessed over the Internet, and the software and databases that run on those servers. At its heart, cloud computing involves using Internet to outsource tasks you might traditionally perform on a personal computer – anything from handling simple storage to complex development and processing – to a vast and powerful remote network of interconnected machines. The cloud enables users to access the same files and applications from almost any device. That’s why you can log into your social media account using a new phone instead of an old one and still find all your timeline, photos, videos, and conversation history in place. It works the same way with cloud email providers like Gmail or Microsoft Office 365, and with cloud storage providers like Dropbox or Google Drive. 

2. Is Cloud secure and where my data is stored?  

One of the primary concerns is security. However, the nature of the question has evolved over time. Every year, major cloud providers such as Amazon and Microsoft invest billions of dollars to improve the stability, robustness, and security of their cloud services. Security measures and compliance certifications are publicly available, and Microsoft’s cloud offering is as safe as they come in terms of compliance, governance, and physical security. As a result, almost everyone now believes that the cloud is secure. The discussion is now focused on data control rather than security. It is critical for businesses to understand where their data is stored and who has access to it. Cloud servers are located in data centres all over the world. By using cloud computing, users and companies don’t have to manage physical servers themselves or run software applications on their own machines. 

3. How does Cloud adoption optimize my IT expenses?  

For businesses, switching to cloud computing removes some IT-related costs such as investing in an expensive hardware. This is especially beneficial for small businesses that may not have been able to afford their own internal infrastructure but can outsource their infrastructure needs affordably via the cloud. The cloud can also make it easier for companies to operate internationally, because employees and customers can access the same files and applications from any location. For organisations that are held back by inefficient, outdated IT systems, embracing the cloud is one way to make improvements.  

Embracing the cloud is one way for organizations that are held back by inefficient, outdated IT systems to improve. 

Cloud solutions allow your internal IT team to concentrate on more strategic goals rather than routine tasks. 

Cloud migration, which improves productivity and user experience, has the potential to help an organization attract and retain talent. Giving your teams tools they need to do their jobs well means they’ll be the best versions of themselves and deliver the best results for your customers. 

4. Scalability: how does cloud allow businesses to scale up or down on demand?  

Prior to the cloud, businesses would purchase a server and pay for all of its associated costs, including a datacenter, power, air conditioning, administrators and backup tapes, and software to be installed on the server. The bill can run into the thousands of dollars before an organization sees any benefit from it. In a ‘pay as you use, pay as you get value’ model, the cloud allows businesses to rescale their compute to meet demand and turn it down when it’s not needed. Agile businesses that are growing rapidly can use the cloud to expand their operations as far as they want while only paying for what they use. The cost rises and falls with headcount, providing flexibility that did not previously exist. 

5. Where do I start? 

Start with your current IT approach evaluation. Then, consult with a qualified managed service provider to determine which cloud solutions are best suited to your specific business operations and requirements. With the right IT partner, you can apply cloud computing to your business operations in a way that will drive growth and productivity for years to come. 

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