Cloud Computing: An Effective/Safe Rebuttal To Rising Office Space Costs

Author: Joe Martin, Date: 2016-07-26

How cloud computing is an effective and safe rebuttal to the rising office space costs.

The rising costs coming with office space rentals have forced businesses to search for other methods of space management. Thankfully, one of the best (and most effective) answers to this issue have been found in cloud computing. With this being said, here’s a look at cloud computing and how it has become the secret weapon for combating rising office space costs.

What Is Cloud Computing?

Cloud computing is essentially using a network of servers connected to the internet to retrieve business information (as opposed to in-house). The data can still be processed, managed, and stored off location for the business to utilize remotely. In addition to saving space around the office, cloud computing can:

• Solve You Security Problems Off-site – Given that your business information is in their hands, it removes the need to have an IT staff on hand to solve the many issues on your budget/clock. This rings especially true for small businesses as many do not have the space or budget to staff IT on-site.
• Be There When You Need Them – Cloud computing is incredibly reliable. Given that their sole purpose is to make sure your business data runs like a well-oiled machine, they go above and beyond the call of duty to make your systems work regardless of the day/hour. In an instance whereas a storm, fire, or flooding halts your on-site business, your business data will remain safe and sound at another location.
• Scale Your Business – Since highs and lows can be fairly difficult to predict, cloud computing allows you to scale your business so that it can receive the attention it needs. For example, if business matters are starting off slow and begin to pick up some steam, you can quickly have your cloud systems set up to accommodate your professional needs.
• Legacy Strength – With cloud computing’s ability to adjust to current trends and frequently update, the days of buying new equipment and discarding old equipment are over.

Considering the information above, cloud computing can do so much more than save a few dollars during an office rental price hike. Thankfully, Compunet InfoTech is the trusted choice when it comes to staying ahead of the latest information technology tips, tricks, and news. Contact us at (604) 986-8170 or send us an email at info@compunet.ca for more information.