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Maximizing Corporate Efficiency With the Help of the IT Department

February 15, 2016 by wccadmin

As technology continues to develop in the business world, more companies are turning to their IT departments for ways to make operations more efficient by using technology wisely. There are multiple aspects that IT departments can assist with to help a business run more smoothly.

Effective Management of Mobile Users

A majority of businesses in the U.S. today allow for bring your own device (BYOD), giving employees the ability to access corporate data and tools on their personal smartphones and tablets. However, BYOD can put companies at risk if security is inadvertently or intentionally compromised, which is why it’s important to effectively manage all mobile users in the company. Strict policies should be developed that prevent the compromise of sensitive data. Some software actually allows employers to alter security levels when employees are on the corporate network.

Make the Transition to Cloud Technology

Although some business owners have preconceived notions that cloud technology isn’t secure, cloud service providers have proven that they can keep data more secure than companies relying on in-house data storage. Add to this the lowered operating costs associated with storing data off-site, and it becomes clear that moving applications to the cloud is ideal to help maximize efficiency.

Implement Certification for IT Processes

One of the best ways to make sure an IT department is in compliance with company guidelines is to add certification that helps IT processes remain efficient, allowing the company to save time and reduce internal costs. Certification will allow business owners to see more clearly how well their IT departments are performing, and determine if there’s anything else that they can do to improve.

Consider Remote IT Teams

Another way to save money and improve efficiency in IT operations is to hire an IT company that can perform on-site functions from a remote location, specifically a central data center. Using this strategy can save both time and money for those remaining on-site. Cloud technology makes this easy to do, and as cloud technology continues to develop, it will only become easier.

With these ideas in mind, a business can benefit from increased overall efficiency and reduced costs and redirect focus and expenses to core aspects of the company. Working with IT teams can ultimately improve business drastically, which is something more and more businesses are beginning to realize.

Filed Under: IT Tagged With: BYOD, cloud, efficiency, IT, mobile workforce, remote IT, security

Cloud Computing: Fact or Fiction

September 3, 2015 by wccadmin

shutterstock_128052089The benefits of cloud computing have caused the technology to grow exponentially during the past several years. Companies of all sizes have embraced the cloud as a solution that provides flexibility and increases efficiencies in corporate IT environments.

The cloud has become especially attractive to small- and medium-sized businesses by facilitating access to services and applications that put them on par with larger enterprises without having to make a hefty upfront investment in network equipment or ongoing maintenance commitments.

But the decision to shift to a cloud-based environment can be complicated, and decision-makers may find it difficult to sort the facts from the fiction about the cloud. Following are some common misconceptions about cloud solutions.

Cost

Cloud services are sometimes thought to be cost prohibitive. While deploying a private cloud solution can require upfront installation and equipment costs as well as ongoing maintenance expenses, public cloud services actually can allow small businesses to access services they may not have been able to afford otherwise.

Public cloud services aggregate expenses over a wide user base, thereby allowing companies with limited IT budgets to buy into cloud services at a more manageable price point. Using a cloud solution, companies only pay for what they need and can scale their cloud contract based on their changing needs and usage.

While there are ongoing periodic fees associated with a public cloud service, those expenses are typically fixed or at least predictable and easy to budget.

Security

Data security is a crucial consideration for companies moving to a third-party cloud environment. Fears about the security of data traveling outside the company’s network or being accessed by personal devices are valid and should be taken into consideration.

That said, cloud providers have a vested interest in providing top-level security via encryption and authentication, and they typically dedicate full-time resources to keeping up to date on and detecting ever-changing security threats. Still, the company has a responsibility to be vigilant about security within its in-house networks and processes.

Performance

Reliability is often touted as one of the major benefits of cloud solutions, and usually cloud services do offer a high level of reliability and uptime. However, there is always the possibility of unexpected or scheduled downtime. Cloud systems are susceptible to crashes and power outages just as traditional networks are.

When choosing a cloud solution, examine the provider’s ability to recover from such events and look for a solution that has built-in redundancies to help minimize the impact of downtime. Solutions that use a variety of vendors are less susceptible to unexpected downtime and system failures.

Maintenance

One of the primary benefits of the cloud is that it alleviates some of the ongoing maintenance commitments and expenses typically associated with in-house networks. Some cloud providers even offer free maintenance support.

It is important to remember, however, that moving to the cloud does not eliminate the company’s need for some continued IT support. End-user equipment and in-house network elements will still require maintenance not provided by the cloud provider.

Sorting It Out

The decision to move to the cloud can be complicated enough without having to sort through misconceptions about what the service offers and how much it costs. First understanding the company’s requirements and then studying how the available cloud options meet those needs will start the process on the right track.

Be diligent about separating the facts from the the fiction about cloud services so that the right service can ultimately be chosen and deployed.

Filed Under: Cloud Tagged With: cloud, cloud solutions, cost, efficiency, maintenance, public cloud services, reliability, security

Benefits of Switching Phone Systems to the Cloud

August 28, 2015 by wccadmin

shutterstock_243707818Thanks to the increase in cloud-based solutions, more and more businesses are beginning to look into the benefits of a hosted IP PBX. While on-premises phone systems were once the standard for companies of all sizes, vendors are now offering the cloud as a solution or a hybrid approach.

Businesses considering switching should be aware of the number of hosted IP PBX benefits, including:

  • Increased flexibility
  • Simple set-up and a quick deployment
  • Reduced up-front costs
  • Reduced or eliminated maintenance fees
  • Little to no change in monthly billing
  • Increased efficiency
  • Reduced burden on IT resources
  • More power to the end user

Telecom market research firm Infonetics Research released a report in August 2014 stating that the market for hosted PBX and Unified Communications (UC) will reach $12 billion by 2018. Underscoring this trend, the report found hosted services seats increased by more than 20 percent worldwide over the year prior.

Choosing a Vendor

With an increased interest in the cloud, the biggest issue appears to be the wide array of options from vendors, which can lead to some confusion as to what features are best. Businesses can mitigate some of this confusion by comparing services, prices, and billing structures across as many vendors as feasible.

The Best of Both Worlds

For large businesses and those with multiple locations, a hybrid service may be the best solution. With a hybrid option, businesses can have access to both the cloud and internal phone systems. The ideal vendor will offer the same features and the same platform for both halves of the hybrid. This can also lead to easier integration.

With easy installation, less up-front costs, reduced fees, and improved efficiency, switching to the cloud or to a hybrid solution for phone systems offers many benefits. Research, comparison, and knowing the features for specific business needs will help make selecting a vendor easier, and with hybrid solutions, businesses can still have the benefits of hosted IP PBX with the security of an on-premise system.

Filed Under: Cloud, hosted PBX Tagged With: cloud, deployment, efficiency, flexibility, hosted PBX, hybrid, integration, Phone Systems

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