Cloud solutions can keep your business running efficiently, even when you may not be in the office. 

What does the ‘cloud’ actually refer to? 

The cloud is a centralized location on the internet that stores data. This allows the information to be accessible at any time from any location and on any device. There are several benefits to using the cloud as a small business. It can reduce overall costs and allows for flexibility to make any necessary changes quickly. Here are some ways you can utilize cloud solutions for your business.

Backup

Using a cloud storage system for your data backup is the best disaster plan you can implement. When you use a cloud system, it not only automatically backs up your information, but it also creates an off-site copy of your data. This allows the information to be easily retrievable in the event of a natural disaster or system failure, keeping you from having any downtime trying to recover your data. 

Storage 

Storage is an essential cost-saving aspect of cloud solutions. If you have a significant amount of data, it can take up a lot of hard drive space, which can be very costly. The cloud allows you to shift that data to an online location, freeing up space on your hard drive. 

Having your information saved on the cloud also allows for information to be easily accessed from multiple locations. When you use ION247 storage, you can do auditing on your files to see who’s accessed and made changes to a document. You can also revert back to the original versions of the document. ION247 also provides migration services to do your initial shift onto the cloud. We migrate all data from your existing system and setup storage locations. We can also set up users, groups, and give file permissions to specific users. 

Communication

Using the cloud for your email and phone communication will help to never have a server outage disable your company. It also allows you to be mobile with your business. 

Having your email set up through the cloud enables you to share content, calendar invites, and have group conversations through one shared platform. Users can be set up through the email platform and allowed access to data also available through the cloud. 

Cloud-based phone systems allow you to have communication with your clients from any location, giving you the ability to work from a mobile device. This saves you money on expensive VOIP systems that haven’t been set up to work well in the mobile environment as well as can be challenging to upgrade and maintain. 

One of the main benefits of the cloud system is that it’s scalable. This allows small businesses to create a plan that fits their needs without it being costly to do so. Implementing your cloud solutions through a provider like ION247 also ensures your data is protected against outside penetration. Contact us today to learn about our cloud solutions for your business and how our cybersecurity team can keep you safe.