Cloud Solutions and Cloud Services: How They Benefit You
Technology plays a crucial role in how we go about business today. Constant technological advancements have revolutionised the way we operate.
The cloud is one of the biggest advancements in recent years, but it can be difficult to get your head round how cloud solutions and cloud services can benefit your business.
What are cloud solutions and cloud services? Why should I consider them for my business? How do I move my business into the cloud?
These are increasingly common questions Jera sees every day.
That’s why in this article, we will explore what the cloud is, and how different types of cloud solutions and cloud services can enhance any business.
What is the cloud?
The cloud is a term used to describe a network of remote servers that are accessed over the internet. These servers store and process data, and provide users with access to different applications and services.
There are many advantages to using the cloud, including increased flexibility, scalability, and reliability.
Additionally, because businesses only pay for the resources they use, cloud solutions can also be more cost-effective than traditional on-premise solutions.
Examples of cloud solutions and cloud services include; cloud backup, software as a service (SaaS), infrastructure as a service (IaaS), and platform as a service (PaaS).
These are the solutions and services that this blog will take an in-depth look at, but they’re just a small number of the many cloud solutions and services there are out there.
What is a cloud backup solution?
A cloud backup solution is a type of cloud service that helps organisations protect their data in the event of an emergency.
Cloud backup solutions work by copying data from an organisation’s on-premise systems to a secure off-site location in the cloud. Meaning that if an organisation’s on-premise systems are lost or damaged, they can still access their data via the cloud backup solution.
This reduces the risk of losing data forever and saves the time and cost of retrieving or redoing lost work.
Having the capability of relying on a cloud backup solution allows you and your team to focus on getting work done with peace of mind.
What are SaaS solutions?
SaaS services are cloud-based software applications that organisations can use on a subscription basis. They are typically delivered via the internet and accessed through a web browser.
Common examples of SaaS applications include productivity suites, project management tools, customer relationship management (CRM) systems, and human resources (HR) platforms.
Here are some SaaS solutions that are worth looking at:
While SaaS solutions are often used by small businesses and start-ups due to their low upfront costs, they can be beneficial for organisations of all sizes.
One of the main benefits of SaaS solutions is that they can be quickly implemented without the need for expensive hardware or software licenses.
In addition, SaaS providers typically offer easy-to-use interfaces and comprehensive training materials to help users get the most out of their investment.
What is IaaS?
IaaS (Infrastructure as a Service) is a cloud computing model in which businesses can rent access to IT infrastructure from a service provider.
This includes physical resources such as servers, storage, and networking equipment, as well as virtual resources such as operating systems, software, and data backup services.
IaaS providers typically offer pay-as-you-go pricing models that allow businesses to only pay for the resources they use.
You should consider using an IaaS solution because they offer increased flexibility.
As a business scales, they typically outgrow their existing networking and infrastructure resources and have to spend more on new purchases.
However, with an IaaS model, your business can initially subscribe to only the resources you require and access additional elements as your needs grow, paying for only what you’re using.
Reduces Costs
As well as increased flexibility, an IaaS solution also reduces costs by significantly reducing the capital expense and ongoing costs of maintaining data centres, storage servers, and networks.
What is PaaS?
PaaS (Platform as a Service) is a cloud computing model in which businesses can rent access to a platform for developing, testing, and deploying applications.
PaaS platforms typically include everything needed to build and run an application, including web servers, database servers, development tools, and deployment tools.
PaaS solutions offers increased capabilities because your internal team aren’t responsible for providing, managing, and updating key tools, you can trust your PaaS provider to do that for you.
It also saves the expensive cost of traditional on-premise hardware and software.
How you can utilise cloud solutions and cloud services in your business
Not sure where to start? Don’t know what cloud solutions and cloud services would suit your business? Want to move your business into the cloud?
Jera can help answer these questions for you and provide our extensive IT expertise to set up your business in the cloud with the necessary cloud solutions and cloud services in place.
Find more information by visiting jerait.co.uk/services/cloud-solutions and get in touch today by giving us a call or filling out a form on our website.