PCMag defines cloud computing as: “a means of storing and accessing data and programs over the Internet instead of using your computer’s hard drive”. For something to be considered cloud technology, users have to access data or programs that aren’t stored locally. They’re accessing these services and information over the Internet. Think Dropbox and GoogleRead more
Our CEO and CTO are both hoping to find drone-related gifts under the Christmas tree come December 25. It is perhaps rather fitting then that the pair will have their eyes to the sky, as they believe Cloud Computing will be a top IT trend to watch in 2018. We sat down with Daniel NelRead more
Businesses that were Cloud Computing trailblazers have probably been using this technology for quite some time. Familiar with all the use cases, advantages and disadvantages, they’ve leveraged the scalability and adaptability of Cloud to remain competitive in a digitally disruptive environment. But if you were one of those early adopters, it’s likely that your businessRead more
In previous blog posts, we’ve written about our own journey to the Cloud. Explaining why Microsoft Azure was the perfect partner to provide the scalability, reliability and security we needed. While we’ve had a positive experience, making the move to the Cloud is no easy feat. A 2015 study from NTT Communication found that 41% ofRead more
One of the best ways to ensure your Cloud migration goes smoothly is to follow the advice of those who’ve already made the move. Luckily, research firms like Forrester and Frost & Sullivan have done all the investigative work and outlined some of the greatest concerns CEOs have around implementing Cloud. They’ve also highlighted aRead more
As Cloud Computing has evolved, payment and usage models have had to evolve too. With two of the greatest benefits of Cloud being flexibility and affordability, it would be counterproductive for businesses migrating to the Cloud to be locked into restrictive, and costly, contracts. For businesses to successfully balance the agility benefits of migrating withRead more
Back in the day, all the equipment business needed to run successfully could be found in their office. Confidential records were housed in clunky filing cabinets, collaboration meant dragging everyone into a meeting room and employees were only really able to work when they were sitting at their desks. From a security perspective, it probablyRead more
By now you probably know that there are different cloud models and different deployment methods. If not, check out this handy Cloud Computing infographic. But there’s little value in understanding the various approaches to Cloud without understanding how each can benefit your business. Perhaps the most obvious advantage across all these Cloud Computing models isRead more
If you’re feeling a little baffled by all the terminology related to Cloud Computing, you’re not alone. But given the fact that the adoption of Cloud Computing is one of the most talked about topics in the IT industry at present, now’s probably a good time to brush up your understanding of a few keyRead more
At the beginning of the year, we highlighted how making the move to the Cloud increases flexibility, enables collaboration, reduces risks, cuts costs and promotes scalability. Today, we want to give you a Cloud Computing update. A study from the International Data Corporation (IDC) recently revealed that Cloud migration is very much on the radarRead more
