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A Guide to Helping You Move to the Cloud Without Sacrificing the Security or Control of Your Data.  

The cloud is rapidly increasing in popularity. There’s no denying that. As of right now, it’s a $100 BILLION industry that is continuously growing as more and more businesses become aware of the power of cloud computing.

Take a look at some of the latest statistics:

• 90% of companies use some type of cloud service
• 60% of organizations use the cloud to store sensitive, confidential information
• 70% of CFOs feel cloud computing had an incredible impact on their business
• Demand for cloud services grew by approximately 18% last year

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How Does ICS Help You Move To “The Cloud”

In the simplest terms, cloud computing is the delivery of a range of services via the internet, including:

• Servers
• Storage
• Databases
• Analytics
• Software
• Networking
• And more

A cloud provider hosts your computing resources in their data center – handling all of the equipment purchasing, maintenance, and support needed while you simply access what you need, when you need it, from any device or location with an internet connection.

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Key Considerations When Choosing Cloud Solutions for Your Business

Selecting the right cloud solutions for your business is a critical decision that can significantly impact your operations and success. Here are some key factors to consider before making the leap:

• Business Needs Assessment: Clearly define your business goals and requirements. Identify the specific applications, workloads, and data that you want to move to the cloud. This assessment will help you determine the type of cloud services (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) and deployment model (public, private, hybrid) that best suit your needs.
• Security and Compliance: Data security is paramount in the cloud. Choose a provider that offers robust security measures, such as encryption, access controls, and compliance certifications relevant to your industry (e.g., HIPAA, PCI DSS).
• Scalability and Flexibility: Your cloud solutions should be able to scale with your business. Look for providers that offer flexible pricing models and the ability to easily add or remove resources as your needs change.
• Reliability and Uptime: Choose a cloud provider with a proven track record of high uptime and reliability. Service level agreements (SLAs) should clearly define uptime guarantees and remedies in case of downtime.
• Vendor Reputation and Support: Research the reputation of potential cloud providers. Read reviews, case studies, and compare their offerings. Ensure they offer reliable customer support and technical assistance when needed.

The ICS Advantage for Cloud Solutions

At ICS, we understand the intricacies of cloud computing and offer a range of services to help businesses seamlessly transition to the cloud and maximize its benefits. Here’s what sets us apart:

• Expert Cloud Consultants: Our team of experienced cloud consultants guides you through the entire cloud adoption process, from assessment and planning to migration and optimization. We ensure that your cloud solutions align with your business goals and deliver maximum value.
• Customized Cloud Solutions: We understand that every business is unique. We tailor our cloud solutions to your specific needs, offering a flexible and scalable approach that grows with your business.
• 24/7 Support and Monitoring: We provide round-the-clock monitoring and support for your cloud environment, ensuring optimal performance, security, and availability. Our team is always ready to address any issues that may arise, minimizing downtime and disruptions.
• Data Security and Compliance Expertise: We prioritize the security of your data and help you comply with industry regulations. Our cloud solutions are designed with security in mind, incorporating the latest technologies and best practices.
• Focus on Your Business: By partnering with ICS, you can focus on your core business operations while we handle the complexities of cloud management. We take care of the technical details, allowing you to concentrate on what you do best – running your business.

What Are the Benefits of Reliable Cloud Hosting and How Can You Find It?

The benefits of reliable cloud hosting are clear…

• More flexible pricing as you’re only paying for what you use. All you need to do is scale up or down to accommodate your growing business and you’re only paying for the amount of resources you’re using.
• Greater redundancy for your environment as you can rest assured knowing the data center hosting your computing resources has redundancy in place – meaning if a server goes down, another one takes over within seconds.
• More data protection with built-in security features, including encryption, daily backups, around-the-clock monitoring, and regular maintenance to keep the equipment within the data center up-to-date and safe against attacks.
• Better performance as all resources and/or applications are evenly distributed between the servers connected to the network, which means each resource and/or application is maximized in terms of performance.

Now that you’re aware of the benefits, let’s take a look at how to find the right cloud hosting provider for you. The first step is to do your research and choose a few qualified candidates. If they offer the services you’re looking for, go ahead and ask them these questions:

Where is our data stored?

You want to make sure your data is stored in a local data center that complies with industry and state-specific laws concerning data privacy. It’s also a good idea to find out if they have a fallback data center. This means that your services will automatically failover to a secondary data center in the event of a disruption, such as a flood or power loss.

How do you secure our data?

Next, make sure you’re asking about their security measures, policies, and practices before hiring them. It’s important to be aware of the size and experience of their existing security team. It’s also a good idea to ask about any past breaches and/or issues that may have occurred in regard to security.

What do your backup and restoration processes look like?

Although in many cases, a cloud provider will work with you to decide on the schedule and timing of backups, it’s important to understand their restoration process. Try to get an estimate as to how long it’ll take to restore any backups as needed. Naturally, this is dependent on the situation and severity, but it’s good to have a ballpark figure in mind.

What does your service level agreement look like?

This is a key question to ask as your service level agreement will outline specific levels of service, such as uptime, backups, restores, and control over your data. You may be able to choose from a range of tiers offering different levels of service or they may have one option that works well for everybody.

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