Part 2 will discuss other benefits of cloud-based IT infrastructure.

Greater Access to Data

Cloud computing gives an organization greater access to data. A company no longer relies on storing its data on a server or computer at the office. Documents and applications can be accessed anywhere with an internet connection and the correct credentials.

Greater access allows employees to work remotely, an arrangement that grew significantly due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Solutions like Amazon WorkSpaces free you from installing software on every device and computer, allowing teams to access applications and files through the cloud.

Improved Backup & Disaster Recovery

An effective backup and disaster recovery is essential for the IT infrastructure of every business. Business data may be the most precious asset of modern companies.

Migrating systems to the cloud will help minimize the risk of catastrophic data loss. Important information and applications can be secured even if on-premises hardware fails. Data loss from artificial and natural disasters can be prevented by a well-configured architecture backup and disaster recovery system in the cloud.

In a disaster, a company can rapidly spin up a new computing environment based on infrastructure-as-code and maintain business continuity. Data required daily for business functions can be kept safe and stored in AWS services such as S3 and Aurora that feature integrated redundancy.

More Secure VPN

Small business IT infrastructure should feature a cloud VPN (virtual private network). A VPN provides a secure link between networks, ensuring your data transmissions are protected even when your workers are using public Wi-Fi.

Unlike static or traditional VPNs, a cloud VPN provides a secure connection capable of being quickly deployed worldwide. A cloud VPN is a low-cost solution that secures a company’s data inside an encrypted tunnel, preventing data breaches attempted by cyber criminals.

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