If you've ever considered using the cloud for your back-office needs, you've probably come across a few things that make you nervous. The cloud is such an innovative concept, and it's completely unlike anything else in the world. Because of this it seems a little dangerous. As it turns out, although every business decision comes with some risk, most of the negative things you've heard or thought about the cloud are probably completely inaccurate. Let's look at a few of the most common myths about the cloud.
It Isn't Secure
Information that is stored on the cloud is actually stored on servers all over the country and around the world. The owner of the data almost never knows where their data is. This makes many people nervous because it's only reasonable to assume that if your data is on someone else's servers, they have access to it. It's also reasonable to assume that the security of your data depends on the security of the server that it's on. Luckily, both of these assumptions are myths. The companies that put together cloud storage and computing systems are very reputable and only use storage that is absolutely dependable.
Information that is stored on the cloud is actually stored on servers all over the country and around the world. The owner of the data almost never knows where their data is. This makes many people nervous because it's only reasonable to assume that if your data is on someone else's servers, they have access to it. It's also reasonable to assume that the security of your data depends on the security of the server that it's on. Luckily, both of these assumptions are myths. The companies that put together cloud storage and computing systems are very reputable and only use storage that is absolutely dependable.
I'll Lose My Data
In a similar way, many people think that it is likely for their data to disappear. It doesn't seem impossible for a company to simply take down the server the data is on. While this is unlikely due to the reasons already discussed, there is an even stronger safeguard in place. Every legitimate cloud computing company stores all of your files in at least several places. This makes it so safe that you usually don't even have to worry about keeping your own backups.
It's Expensive
Cloud computing seems like such a brilliant process that it should be more expensive than other solutions. In fact, the opposite is the case. The alternative is to set up your own in-house system which requires purchasing servers and other equipment, in addition to paying for people and supplies to maintain it. A cloud computing company already has everything you need, and only charges a nominal fee in order to maintain it because the cost is shared across many companies.
If you’d like more information about whether cloud-computing is a smart option for your business, please contact us at [email protected] or call 1-844 MY ACCTG. With just a few basic answers, we can help you decide the best cloud plan for your company.
Simplicity Consulting is a professional accounting and administrative services firm run by a talented team of professionals. With a combined experience level of over 40 years, we provide high-quality, innovative services to small and medium sized businesses.
In a similar way, many people think that it is likely for their data to disappear. It doesn't seem impossible for a company to simply take down the server the data is on. While this is unlikely due to the reasons already discussed, there is an even stronger safeguard in place. Every legitimate cloud computing company stores all of your files in at least several places. This makes it so safe that you usually don't even have to worry about keeping your own backups.
It's Expensive
Cloud computing seems like such a brilliant process that it should be more expensive than other solutions. In fact, the opposite is the case. The alternative is to set up your own in-house system which requires purchasing servers and other equipment, in addition to paying for people and supplies to maintain it. A cloud computing company already has everything you need, and only charges a nominal fee in order to maintain it because the cost is shared across many companies.
If you’d like more information about whether cloud-computing is a smart option for your business, please contact us at [email protected] or call 1-844 MY ACCTG. With just a few basic answers, we can help you decide the best cloud plan for your company.
Simplicity Consulting is a professional accounting and administrative services firm run by a talented team of professionals. With a combined experience level of over 40 years, we provide high-quality, innovative services to small and medium sized businesses.
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