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Businesses depend on computers for so many things and making sure that information or software is available when it is needed is critical. Cloud services can be a significant part of that process, with more things being available in the cloud than ever before. 

Software Applications

One of the most critical aspects of business involves having access to the resources you need immediately. Running applications or software packages in the cloud can be essential to a company that uses remote employees. Cloud services that allow you to run a database-driven application remotely make it easier for employees to log into the application without having it on their computer or laptop. 

This provides convenience for the employee and the business, and it means that your IT department can make updates to the software or changes in the system one time, and everyone will see the update at the same time. The days of having employees with laptops that are not updated still running an older version of an application are gone. Since the software is in the cloud, if there is a problem with it, your IT team does not need to troubleshoot multiple machines to try and resolve the issue. 

The software also depends on the server resources to run, so older computers will not lag behind because they need updating, and often running the software from the cloud will offer better performance across the board. 

Security And The Cloud

Data and software that are running on a cloud service are not inherently at risk. Like any information stored on an intranet or local machine, you must set up security correctly to ensure no data is accessed without the proper credentials. When the system is set up correctly, the information can be readily available and secure at the same time. 

When considering cloud services, you need to find the service that offers you the best security solutions possible. This can involve some research, so check reviews of the services from other companies that use them, ask for recommendations from people in similar industries, and take the time to talk to the cloud services provider about any concerns you have before deploying any data to the cloud. 

Data Storage Solutions

For many companies, servers used for storing critical data have been in place for many years, but those servers are often only available from inside the company's network. Using special software to access the network was required, but modern cloud solutions can eliminate that, making the data available to a remote employee much more quickly. 

When secure logins are maintained and proper encryption is used, transferring the data from the cloud to the employee's laptop or computer is often safer than previous methods, and transfers are much faster. Relying on cloud services to host your software or data can positively impact the business, but take some time to find the right cloud solution for your business to ensure the transition is smooth and trouble-free.