Cloud computing continues to be a hot IT topic in business. So what exactly is it?
The Cloud is an online network that allows businesses to share and store data, servers, networks, apps, and development tools. Organizations use the Cloud to get new ideas launched, protect their data, and build new products and services. There is not one Cloud or network, and it isn't located in just one place. The Cloud can be accessed on any device connected to the Internet.
To put it more simply, Cloud computing is the delivery of computing services. It includes servers, storage, databases, networking, software, analytics, and intelligence. It is offered over the Internet (“the Cloud”) for faster innovation, flexible resources, and economies of scale. You usually only pay for Cloud services you use, helping you lower your operating costs, run your infrastructure more efficiently, and scale as your business needs change.
PCS is a premium partner of Amazon Web Services (AWS). With AWS, organizations can access data and provide what they need through the web application or portal. It makes it easy to access and user-friendly. But what about AWS makes it one of the top-rated and affordable Cloud services? We’re here to discuss the benefits of using AWS.
Now that we understand the Cloud, we can dive into an overview of the leading Cloud provider in the marketplace: Amazon Web Services (AWS).
What is AWS?
AWS is currently the most comprehensive Cloud platform offering over 200 global data centers. With a customer base spread across 190 countries and ranging from startups to large enterprises, AWS serves over 2000 governmental entities, 5000 educational institutions, and global organizations including Adobe, Netflix, Facebook, and ESPN.
Designed for security, flexibility, and efficiency, AWS infrastructure satisfies the security requirements for banks, governments, and high-sensitivity organizations by leveraging Cloud over 300 security, compliance, and governance services. And if all of these companies and entities trust AWS to keep their data safe and their employees productive, then AWS can work for your organization too.
What are the Benefits of AWS?
Moving to the Cloud can save you time and money. From securing business data to improving the end-user experience, here are a few of the numerous ways AWS can benefit you as a business:
- Cost Savings: In addition to not needing to maintain or invest in hardware, AWS is “pay as you go” which means you only pay for the resources you use. Because Cloud services are scalable, they can easily grow with you as your business expands.
- Deliver SaaS: Software as a Service aka Software on Demand enables you to offer the latest software versions and updates to the customer anytime, anywhere.
- Reduce Latency: With a 99.99% service level agreement, AWS virtually eliminates interruptions and delays for users.
- Disaster recovery and redundancy: AWS is built with redundancy in mind. Its infrastructure is spread throughout different regions to ensure data is always secure and available.