Working from home? Try Cloud Computing!
Cloud Computing is a convenient, secure, and affordable way to manage your company’s data, files, and software applications. Cloud Computing is a smart solution for businesses that want:
- A work-from-home arrangement for all or partial staff
- Multiple business locations
- Off-site employees
- Teams that share files and applications
- Aging infrastructure or servers that need to be updated
- Changing compliance standards
- A recent or future merger with another company
CloudSmart IT’s full-service process gets you up and running on the cloud with minimal downtime. We’ll also onboard your staff in small groups so you can be sure every person on your team has a smooth transition to cloud AVD.
We’re here to take the headaches and mysteries out of business tech with reliable managed IT support services and expert IT consulting designed with your business in mind. We’re proud to serve businesses in the Nashville area, including finance, manufacturing, healthcare, non-profits, and faith-based organizations.
We provide deep industry knowledge across various sectors and deliver world-class and diverse expertise to establish your modern office with the optimal information technology for your situation and business goals. Whether the objective is to enhance customer service or boost sales, it’s imperative for businesses to have technology configured in the right way, serving its intended purpose as a valuable asset rather than a hindrance.
What is Cloud Computing?
Exploring the benefits of Cloud Computing for your business’s data management? Cloud Computing services entail storing data outside your physical location, enabling accessible internet use. Cloud services store applications, servers, databases, and software offsite in “cyberspace,” ensuring complete access from any location or device with an internet connection. Cloud desktops provide an affordable, secure solution to maintain agile teams, manageable budgets, and robust security for numerous businesses nationwide. Opting for cloud computing proves to be a strategic alternative to housing all your company’s data on a large server within your space, demanding maintenance, hardware upkeep, and increased utility costs for power and cooling. Cloud computing services offer security, speed, and customization equivalent to a dedicated physical server, differing only in data storage in a virtual space managed by your cloud host, rather than a large piece of equipment at your location. Examples of cloud computing hosts include Google Cloud, Microsoft Azure (our cloud partner), and Amazon Web Services. CloudSmart IT partners with Microsoft Azure for comprehensive cloud computing services. As your managed IT services partner, we ensure a seamless transition of all your data to the cloud, proficiently manage your network, and facilitate easy access to your Azure Virtual Desktop from any location.
How does Cloud Computing contribute to the reduction of IT expenses for my business?
Choosing Cloud support services is a decision made by companies of all sizes, driven by various considerations. Cloud solutions, over the last decade, have transformed into an indispensable tool, assisting businesses in staying flexible, reducing costs, and staying competitive in their industries. Shifting your services to the cloud removes the financial burden of acquiring hardware and software. Additionally, the necessity for racks of servers and constant electricity for power and cooling becomes obsolete. Moreover, the need for in-house IT experts to manage the infrastructure is eliminated.
Considering the productivity advantages of Cloud Computing?
The elimination of your on-site or hosted data center relieves your IT team from vital management tasks like software patching, hardware setup, and systems monitoring. Many of these tasks become unnecessary with cloud services, allowing your team to redirect their time toward achieving more significant business goals.
Wondering about the reliability benefits of Cloud Computing?
Cloud computing simplifies data backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity, making them more cost-effective. Data can be mirrored at multiple redundant sites on the cloud provider’s network. Most cloud computing services are provided on demand, allowing businesses to provision vast amounts of computing resources in minutes. This flexibility is achieved without the pressure of capacity planning, ensuring you receive the right amount of IT resources exactly when needed.
Unlocking Cloud Desktop Potential with CloudSmart IT
Not sure if Cloud Desktops align with your business needs? Allow us to guide you. The CloudSmart IT consulting team will carefully assess your business challenges and offer a recommendation tailored to your company’s requirements.
Cloud Computing could be a strategic choice if you and your team:
• Prefer predictable IT costs
• Operate from multiple business locations
• Have remote employees
• Require collaborative file and application sharing within a team
• Manage aging infrastructure or servers in need of updates
• Need to meet evolving compliance standards
• Have recently undergone (or are planning for) a merger with another company.
Scalability
In Cloud Computing, you can rapidly adjust your storage and software licenses to match business needs without the requirement for hardware investment.
Automatic Updates
The cloud storage approach ensures that, with your data in the cloud, your software and applications undergo automatic updates, providing you with the most up-to-date tools.
Portability
Cloud Computing services empower you and your employees to work from anywhere, providing the flexibility to adapt to your company's changing needs.
Remote Workers
Empower your workforce to work from anywhere, on any device, at any time. Implement a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policy to reduce costs and streamline hardware procurement effectively.
Cost Savings
Cost control becomes more manageable with cloud computing, as you only pay for what you use. CloudSmart IT structures Cloud Computing as a predictable operating expense, seamlessly fitting into your company's monthly budget, alleviating the burden of a significant upfront capital investment for building and maintaining a physical server.
Along with SaaS, VOIP, Network Security and more, Cloud Computing can be an important part of your customized managed IT support services with CloudSmart IT.
Unleash the Power of the Cloud
Enhancing the accessibility and affordability of cloud computing, CloudSmart IT’s Key2Cloud option ensures you and your team can access your cloud desktop even more easily and securely from any computer, anywhere.
Plug. Click. Instant Desktop.
This is how it operates: CloudSmart IT’s Key2Cloud is a USB drive that easily plugs into any computer. It’s customized and fully loaded with all the essentials for accessing your data on the cloud. Just plug it in, click the cloud icon, and you’re ready to work. No downloads, no special apps, no hassle.
Added Security
Manage, activate, and deactivate individual Key2Cloud keys remotely in the event of lost or stolen keys, staffing changes, regulatory updates, and more.
Even More Cost Savings
Key2Cloud doesn’t require dedicated support for your computer’s operating system, so we can make cloud computing available for a straightforward, fixed cost per user.
Remote Workers
Empower your workforce to work from anywhere, on any device, at any time. Implement a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policy to reduce costs and streamline hardware procurement effectively.
Use Any Computer
Key2Cloud empowers your employees to access their work desktop from any computer, offering not only remote work flexibility but also introducing "BYOD" (Bring Your Own Device) incentives. This dual benefit can save your company money and contribute to employee satisfaction.
Call Now to Speak to an IT Expert
The professional team of IT experts in Middle Tennessee understands the distinctive technical requirements associated with running an entire business. We provide all-encompassing IT support to maintain the smooth operation of your day-to-day activities. If you’re looking for specialized ongoing IT support from a team you can rely on, we are prepared to help. Book a call to discover how we can tailor our services to suit your unique professional needs.