Cloud

Cloud Computing is about accessing applications that are hosted externally and paid for as a service, as opposed to purchasing software and hardware and installing it in-house. For some (but not all) applications this makes a lot of sense. IT costs can be reduced, sometimes dramatically. In many cases reliability can be improved as well. Cloud is also perfect for providing affordable off-site back-up and recovery services. For these reasons, Cloud is a rapidly growing part of the IT mix.

Of course, like any technology, the pros must be balanced with the cons. Organisations looking at Cloud Solutions must carefully consider potential issues like performance and network outages. Also, the terms, conditions and pricing of Cloud Contracts must be thoroughly scrutinised for traps that might lock you into a commitment that is less attractive than it appears.  

Approached wisely, Cloud services can be a key component of a sound IT architecture. Starting with the most suitable applications, migrating incrementally to Cloud can deliver reduced operational costs and lower risks for a growing number of applications.

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