Do you know that cloud computing have been around for some time in Brazil and around the world, but it was during the months of social isolation caused by the COVID-19 pandemic that this term became even more popular.
That's because, with the rise of remote work, the move to the cloud has become more than just a necessity: it's a reality that allows companies to keep their operations running, even from a distance.
But to understand how this technology works in practice and how it can help your company operate more efficiently, you need to understand a few key points. That’s why we’ve prepared this article—keep reading!
Cloud computing: What are the main benefits of this technology?
These days, cloud computing is not only already part of organizations’ infrastructure, but it is also a cornerstone for some companies. A good example is businesses that are born digital and, therefore, generally have the cloud in their DNA.
Some practical benefits of this technology include:
- Fflexibility and scalability;
- Quick and easy monitoring;
- IT process optimization;
- Automatic resource provisioning;
- Improvements in communication and business processes;
- Optimized connectivity;
- High availability;
- Greater information security.
See also: 4 Pillars of Digital Transformation in Businesses
But after all, what are the most widely used cloud services?
According to a Gartner survey, the IT services sector was among the three fastest-growing areas in 2021. This is mainly because cloud computing has been vital to the entire digital transformation that has taken place so far. However, it still has a major role to play in the coming years.
Managers need to understand the different types of technology cloud computing that are best suited to their processes, so that the implementation is effective. Below, we’ve listed some characteristics of the most commonly used cloud services:
Public cloud
In the public cloud, the cloud computing is provided by a third-party provider that manages the cloud’s content. Thus, resources such as servers and storage, as well as other supporting infrastructure, are the responsibility of that same provider.
Private cloud
In a private cloud, services and infrastructure are hosted on a network dedicated exclusively to the company or organization. It can be physically located in the business’s on-premises data center or hosted by a third-party service provider. This service offers many of the same advantages as a public cloud, such as agility and flexibility. However, it provides a higher level of security and privacy.
Read next: Private Cloud: How to Protect Your Company from Cyberattacks
Hybrid cloud
In this model, the two previous scenarios (public and private) are combined to enable data transfer and platform sharing between them, providing greater flexibility and optimizing the company’s infrastructure and security. This is a widely used strategy for reducing costs; for example, while the public cloud offers better value for money, the private cloud ensures better protection for important data.
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