Cloud computing is where data and software are accessible via the internet. This removes the need to install expensive software and hardware and then run it locally. Therefore it brings many benefits to businesses since they do not have to spend so much on servers and other expensive equipment. Rather they could just run the software in the cloud known as Software as a Service (SAAS), such as Google docs that allow businesses to work with documents, spreadsheets and presentations online which can be accessed from anywhere in the world.
Further if they need the software to be specific for their use, then they could opt for Platform as a Service (PAAS) or Infrastructure as a Service (IAAS). PAAS allows business to build applications based on the tools that the cloud service provider allows, but the latter gives more flexibility to create their own unique applications.
Apart from the huge cost savings brought about by the reduction in spending for expensive hardware, there is also the benefit of less paperwork as more and more data is being stored in the Cloud which abstains the business from being criticised as a non-eco friendly business.
Many businesses, whether large or small scale are starting to use cloud computing as they reap many benefits from it. And in this 21st century, business that stick to the traditional computing way, may be left behind as competitors become more and more efficient in their activities. And it can be seen that a large number or business are already starting to adopt cloud computing services.
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