How cloud computing can change your small business

As a small business, it can be hard to stay up to date in an increasingly tech-driven world. Sometimes, it might seem like there are new buzzwords constantly being thrown around, so deciphering which routes to go down when it comes to business strategy, technology and development tools can be difficult. In this blog post, we’ll be breaking down one such buzzword, ‘cloud computing’, and discussing how it can help your small business to thrive.

What exactly is cloud computing?

Cloud computing is when businesses upload software and documents to the internet so they can be easily accessed, rather than storing everything on hard drives. It is often thought of as something useful for bigger businesses due to the sheer volume of information that needs to be exchanged each day, but there are many reasons small businesses should consider making the switch to cloud computing today.

So how can cloud computing help me?

A safer choice

If you’re a small business owner, you’ll be aware of how susceptible your information can be to cyber attacks. This is undoubtedly one of the biggest reasons why cloud computing should be on your radar. Cloud providers have the funds behind them to make continuous investments in security, always updating their systems to provide the most watertight data protection available. This is something which realistically, many small businesses just aren’t able to prioritise on their own network.

Saving time (and money)

Small businesses just don’t have the man-hours to dedicate to constantly organising their computer systems, ensuring everything is filed away correctly. This means things can quite quickly become messy, and actually leads to more wasted time in the long run when the day comes that particular files have to be located or programmes updated. With cloud computing, these worries can be put to the back of your mind. All those tech glitches will be handled by a professional without extra cost.

Speaking of cost, cloud computing is actually an incredibly affordable solution. The cost can be split in a way that works best for your small business, whether that’s in small monthly instalments or an upfront annual charge.

So what’s stopping you? Consider investing in a brilliant cloud computing solution with Excalibur Digital today.  Get in touch to find out more.