{"id":7955,"date":"2016-12-26T07:03:00","date_gmt":"2016-12-26T07:03:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/localhost\/datcomWP\/?p=7955"},"modified":"2016-12-26T07:03:00","modified_gmt":"2016-12-26T07:03:00","slug":"3-compelling-reasons-why-your-business-should-move-to-the-cloud","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging.datcomllc.com\/index.php\/2016\/12\/26\/3-compelling-reasons-why-your-business-should-move-to-the-cloud\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Compelling Reasons Why Your Business Should Move to the Cloud"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Businesses are turning to the cloud because it\u2019s designed to make operations easier and save them money. In light of these benefits, organizations that have yet to move to the cloud may be missing out on some serious advantages by continuing to do IT the hard way. If you\u2019re still unsure about the cloud, then consider how these three features of cloud computing can change how you do business.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p><strong>The Cloud Takes the Burden Off of Running an In-House Network<\/strong><br \/>\nA business that hosts its data and IT infrastructure in-house is in charge of overseeing every aspect of maintaining its network. This includes everything from putting out fires when things go wrong to procuring new equipment. For many SMBs, what makes this responsibility challenging is the obvious fact that they\u2019re not an IT company. However, by owning all of this equipment an SMB essentially has to take on some very technical responsibilities requiring professional knowledge.<\/p>\n<p>The advantage of hosting your data and applications in the cloud is that you\u2019re essentially outsourcing this responsibility to a cloud provider whose sole job is to oversee and protect your data. This frees up resources to better invest in your business goals and gives you peace of mind that your data is being handled by professionals so that nothing is being overlooked.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Cloud Offers Flexibility<\/strong><br \/>\nToday\u2019s business environment makes accessing your work while on the go practically a necessity, and hosting your data can prove to be a complex endeavor when sharing files and information internationally. ITProPortal explains, \u201cGlobal expansion has increased the need for international data centers, especially as security and privacy concerns lead to strict regulations that vary from country to country&#8230; Cloud computing with an established cloud partner with physical data centers across multiple geographies means your data can \u2018live\u2019 in just about any jurisdiction, and mitigates this problem.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Plus, providing your workforce with any time, anywhere access to their important files along with the ability to collaborate on projects in real-time is a huge bonus that will boost the productivity efforts of your business.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The Cloud is Secure<\/strong><br \/>\nIn the early years of cloud computing, one of the loudest arguments against the cloud was that it couldn\u2019t be trusted because you\u2019re essentially handing over sensitive data to a third-party provider with unproven security protocols. However, with the rise of cloud computing in recent years, the public cloud option has undergone security upgrades by leaps and bounds and the data centers hosting your data have vast resources to commit to the security of your data&#8211;resources that SMBs lack. Therefore, today\u2019s cloud options give users the security they need without having to sacrifice flexibility.<\/p>\n<p>When all three of these features are considered, going with the cloud allows businesses to do much more for less. This allows small businesses to better distribute their resources toward profit, while enjoying the benefits of a professionally maintained IT infrastructure. To get started with <a href=\"https:\/\/datcomllc.com\/it-services\/cloud-computing-services\/\">cloud computing<\/a> for your business, call COMPANYNAME at PHONENUMBER.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Businesses are turning to the cloud because it\u2019s designed to make operations easier and save them money. In light of these benefits, organizations that have yet to move to the cloud may be missing out on some serious advantages by continuing to do IT the hard way. 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