Why Do We Need Cloud Computing?

Is Your Data Living in the Stone Ages? 

If everything is working just fine for you, you may ask yourself, why do we need cloud computing? Cloud computing is the process of transmitting on-demand computing services from applications to storage and or processing power. The cloud computing process is typically done over the internet with a pay-as-you-go pricing model. Most companies will choose to utilize cloud renting options, rather than owning their own computing infrastructure or data centers.   

Understanding the Process

So, why do we need cloud computing, and how does it work? Cloud computing all started with Software as a Service (SaaS) – being that Saas offers applications online. Companies like Salesforce, Google, Amazon, and Microsoft were some of the first to run their own data centers.   

Now, there’s an important distinction to make between using the cloud and cloud computing. Just because you are obtaining information from the cloud, doesn’t necessarily mean that you’re cloud computing. What classifies the action as cloud computing is when a customer can open an account online, configure their needs and compute from a web browser.   

Security

What makes your data so secure in the cloud? Encryption. By using encryption, the transmission of your data is far more secure because it limits access to anyone who isn’t pre-authorized to view it. In addition, the specific user settings implemented based on the user add an extra layer of personal protection. 

Budget-Friendly  

Many cloud technology providers offer the service as a pay-as-you-go model, which can end up showing a good ROI for you. 

If you’re still unsure whether the initial cost to switch to the cloud is worth it, consider this: the pay-as-you-go model allows for you to only pay for the features and storage that you want. You won’t have to pay extra for features that may be included but remain unused by you. Most cloud services providers work with you to determine what your costs will be based on your needs. 

Collaboration Made Easy  

The beautiful thing about computing technology is how accessible it makes all of your resources. The cloud combines security and easy communication to make collaborating on projects simple (remote or local). It will be difficult to find a method of collaboration that works as efficiently as the cloud. 

Calling for Backup  

Why do we need cloud computing? Data protection.  

When disaster strikes, too much downtime can lead to an alarmingly negative impact. Lost productivity, revenue, and your brand’s reputation can all be affected. While it isn’t easy to prevent or anticipate every possible disaster, cloud computing makes the recovery process much quicker with less negative impact. 

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