Cloud Solutions Pave the Way for Pandemic Pivot
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, companies looked for new tools that would enable them to operate remotely and effectively while also complying with safety and health standards and regulations. In this regard, the cloud has proven to be one of the most effective solutions with an easy and quick implementation, regardless of the company’s line of business.
According to the 2020 Cloud Computing Study by IDG, 81% of the surveyed organizations have at least one application or part of their IT infrastructure in the cloud, which represents a 73% increase compared to 2018.
As the pandemic persists, many companies have had to learn from scratch how to operate remotely. Even though, before the pandemic, working remotely or doing “home office” already existed in Mexico, according to the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (INEGI); the data shows that in 2014, only 5% of the economically active population was allowed to work from home, meanwhile in 2020 73% of the
The cloud is a global network of servers around the world hooked together and meant to operate as a single ecosystem. These servers are designed to either store and manage data, run applications, or deliver a content or a service. As a result, it is more than just an information storage space, it is an ally in helping companies grow since it allows employees to access files and data online from any Internet-capable device. Among its functions, it aids in the integration of other technologies such as databases, file sharing, networks, apps, security, business planning systems, internet of things, among others.
There is practically no limit to the scope of cloud services since it is not only a data storage system but also a comprehensive technology solution that includes operating systems, real-time data synchronization, email, and many other services.
What are the benefits of cloud computing?
Savings in operation and maintenance. According to an analysis conducted by the International Data Corporation (IDC), companies that migrated to the cloud reported saving around 51% in operating costs.
Pay for what you use. Pay-as-you-go cloud computing is a new payment method that will charge based on usage. Therefore, rather than paying for a specific amount of resources that may or may not be used, users only pay for services procured. Furthermore, the cloud can be canceled easily when it is no longer needed so as to avoid generating unnecessary fees.
It is flexible. Whether public or private, the cloud makes it possible to optimize servers as the company’s needs increase or decrease.
High availability. The cloud will continue functioning, even when certain components fail. Companies can be sure the system is designed to avoid loss of service by minimizing planned downtime and therefore their information will be available at any time.
Efficiency. Some vendors offer pre-built apps and services designed or customizable to meet whatever companies need, whether that may be more data storage, data backup, disaster recovery, among others. This helps companies reduce implementation and execution times, letting them enjoy the benefits of the cloud and making their processes more efficient.
