Key Benefits of Working in the Cloud

Featured article by Calvin Page, IT Specialist

To many business owners and directors, working in the Cloud is still some abstract concept that they haven’t quite come to terms with. This is really unfortunate as there are just so many benefits once it is understood exactly what Cloud computing is and how to make the most of it for your particular business model. If you are looking at setting up a Cloud platform for your enterprise, here are a few of the key benefits you might want to know about.

Reduction of Expenditures on Infrastructure

One of the biggest office expenses many businesses incur is in the computer infrastructure they set up at their business. This can add up to a hefty sum but by setting up and maintaining files in a private and customised cloud, it is no longer necessary to keep huge amounts of data storage at your company. Instead, Cloud computing sends all those files to one or more remote locations in which data storage is virtually unlimited. Since your company’s Cloud will be private and encrypted just for your company, it will be completely safe and secure. No one who doesn’t have access to your login information will be able to access your data.

Improvement in Accessing and Monitoring Team Projects

When it comes to accessing the data that is saved in the Cloud, nothing could be easier. Even so, there are levels of access which can be defined and for those workers in remote locations, it is easy for them to monitor where they are in a current project. Bosses can keep better track of those projects as well and anyone (with authority!) can access files on the Cloud at any time of the day or night. As a result, all those little team meetings are often unnecessary.

High Visibility in Scheduling

Whether scheduling staff hours to work or meetings with clients, Cloud platforms enable everyone to access their schedules from wherever they may be. Directors, HR and team leaders can see where members of the team are at any given moment and can even change the schedule based on a ‘needs’ basis. In fact, each member of the team can see where others are so that if they need to touch base with them, it’s just a few clicks of the keyboard away. Platforms such as Cloud HR solutions available through XCDHR enable the Human Resources department to quickly make any changes to a schedule as they become necessary and workers can instantly see those changes reflected online.

There really is nothing to fear from working in the Cloud and if you are looking to increase volume whilst cutting back expenses, Cloud computing is the answer. Everything you allow workers access to is totally visible. Cloud computing is more cost effective since there is no heavy-duty equipment to buy and set up in the office. A Cloud platform designed for your business literally at your fingertips is said by many to be the biggest benefit to directors and owners alike. If you haven’t tried it, one quick trip to the Cloud is all you’ll need to see what you’ve been missing.