Does the public cloud pay for itself?

Wondering if cloud computing always pays off? The fairest answer is: it depends. In the vast majority of cases, it is an unbeatable solution both technologically and financially. In today’s business world, where flexibility and scalability are fundamental factors for success, migration to the cloud is no longer an option, but is actually becoming a necessity.

Flexibility and security as standard

Cloud service providers offer more than technical infrastructure. Changing parameters within cloud solutions, scaling services, availability of resources from anywhere in the world – all this is available immediately and without the need to invest in additional hardware. Added to this are such issues as data security, system redundancy and automatic backups. The advantage of cloud providers over traditional IT infrastructure is a non-negotiable thing. And, of course, the question of cost… For companies that have their own server rooms, the list of hidden costs is long: maintenance of space, cooling, backup power, equipment maintenance, regular replacement of batteries in UPS, salaries of IT specialists and much more.

Breakdowns and outages – how much do they really cost?

In-house infrastructure is also a risk. What happens if the server running the ERP system fails? Does the company have backups? Are they stored locally, or perhaps in an external location? In the cloud, backup and redundancy are standard – and all within a single subscription fee.
ITH offers not only a full cloud infrastructure, but also backups stored in separate data centers, located in other cities. If a physical server fails, the user won’t even notice it. The load will be automatically transferred at the virtual machine level and will not be noticed by users in any way.

Protection against cyber threats

Equally important is the issue of cyber security. Is the company’s network protected against DDoS attacks? Have appropriate firewalls been implemented? In the public cloud, DDoS protection may be available as an add-on option – but in the case of ITH, it is a standard component, at no extra charge. Comprehensive security minimizes the risk of downtime and loss of valuable data, which in the long run translates into stability and customer confidence.

Are you implementing cloud solutions? This is what you need to know about!

The major cloud providers offer comprehensive services, but that doesn’t mean you should approach their offerings unreflectively and agree to all terms and conditions, even if they seem on the surface extremely attractive. If we take too casual an approach to planning our application, we may become dependent on one provider.

In the context of cloud computing, more and more companies are choosing to migrate off-the-shelf solutions to the cloud to solve performance issues related to storage capacity and electronic devices in companies. Implementing such technologies can lead to accelerated IT and lower operating costs.

And what is the cost-effectiveness?

In order to honestly assess whether the cloud pays for itself, it is necessary to look at the whole picture, i.e. Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) in terms of several years, preferably five years. In our analyses prepared for clients, in almost every case we find that the cloud is a cheaper and more cost-effective solution than maintaining your own IT infrastructure. Moreover, cloud services can be easily integrated with other elements of the IT environment, such as data transmission to offices, warehouses, factories, or ERP and CRM systems.

The answer to the question of whether cloud computing pays off seems clear, but we also need to tell you about some disadvantages of cloud solutions. In order for cloud computing to actually be cheap, one must be fit into the provider’s business model. This sometimes involves a significant change in the architecture of the solution – so severe that some services have to be created from scratch. There are cases when cloud providers have such extensive price lists for services that estimating the final costs is very difficult and is based on the statement that “based on the system running, we will say what the cost of the service will be.” Of course, everything depends on the provider, so always consult specialists when it comes to cloud infrastructure. ITH consultants will provide you with support and explain what effective use of cloud resources is all about.

Does cloud computing pay off? Yes!

Our approach to providing modern IT solutions is based on solid foundations and innovation.

• We are constantly looking for new solutions – we are open to implementing further solutions that will increase the computing power of applications and the ability to scale applications.

• We operate at the level of off-the-shelf components – ensuring efficient and fast implementations through modern technology platforms.

• We ensure increased availability of our application – we minimize the risk of failure by relying on proven and stable modules.

• We are setting the right paths for the development of solutions – cloudservices play a key role in the organization, so we make sure to constantly expand our offerings.

Summary

Does the cloud pay for itself? It depends – but it’s definitely worth checking and calculating for yourself. In most cases, the cloud not only pays for itself, but also gives you peace of mind, security and scalability that are hard to find in traditional solutions. And that in today’s IT world is simply priceless.