How to Select the Right Cloud Platform

And why it will help your business

Cloud computing is a mandatory feature for a company’s success. In addition to making the exchange of information within a business easier, using cloud services provide a series of other benefits to an enterprise.

For example, since data stored on the cloud doesn’t require a business to purchase additional servers, computer terminals, and support hardware – as well as devote IT resources to maintaining this equipment – the cost of business can be substantially reduced. Furthermore, cloud users can access the same applications on any wireless device, so there’s no need to waste time setting up a manual network or constantly install new versions of software to keep everyone in the company up to date.

Because data is backed up on offsite servers, there’s virtually no risk of losing vital information because of data corruption or damage to your own electronic equipment.

It should be noted that different types of cloud service exist. To clear up any confusion, we are going to look at the three basic forms of cloud computing service, weigh the benefits and drawbacks of each, and determine which system is best for who.

The pros and cons of private cloud computing

As the name suggests, in this type of cloud network, data and services are maintained on a series of private servers. Unlike other forms of cloud computing, this type of networking does require a great deal of investment to acquire software, setup infrastructure, and maintain equipment.

However, a private cloud still reduces the cost of buying additional software and virtually eliminates the risk of programs being pirated. Private networks are far safer than rival forms of cloud computing. Since this system emphasizes security, it’s best applied to companies that hold, generate, and disseminate vast amounts of sensitive data such as web development, software development, and financial service companies.

The pros and cons of public cloud computing

Defined as a computing service that is provided by a third-party via the web, public clouds are generally highly efficient methods of scaling information technology quickly. The most obvious benefit of using a public system is that it is cheaper than a private service. However, while apps and data are considered to be more secure than they would be on a traditional network, public cloud computing isn’t as safe as a private one.

Given that this type of cloud service is the least expensive, it’s ideal for startup firms or companies, such as restaurants, local grocers, or similar establishments that rely comparatively little on computing.

Using a public cloud service can be a good method to adapt to modern computing for those companies whose management isn’t that tech savvy. By starting with a public cloud system, they then use this as a baseline to figure out whether they should upgrade to a pricier private service, or instead, transition to a hybrid system.

The benefits and drawbacks of using a mix of both

A hybrid system combines both private and public cloud infrastructures, and exchanges data between both. For instance, a website or application, in whole or in part, can be hosted on a private network but shared on a public cloud.

In so doing, this type of network provides the benefits of a private system while reducing startup and maintenance costs.

Because of the versatility and weighted benefits, hybrid cloud computing has become the most popular method of cloud service in the world – and is likely to increase in popularity in the future. Consequently, for most businesses of any kind we recommend this form of cloud networking.

The cloud services Message Ops can provide for you

For years, Message Ops has strived to become the leading company in helping businesses transition to Office 365 cloud-based computing and over the years have assisted thousands of companies to do so. Besides focusing on Office 365 migration and support, our technical experts can provide superb customer service once you’ve migrated to the cloud or already have existing cloud-based services.

Our experts can be contacted via phone or email, and we’ll get back to you in a 24-hour period. So, if you want the best in cloud service and support, don’t wait – contact us now.