Most business executives are well aware that their information technology environments are growing more and more complex as the years go by, but for many, the uncertainty lies in how to deal with this shift without spending a ton of money.

The fact is, information technology is so embedded in the day-to-day lives of business owners all over the world. Board members and senior executives alike need to be more involved than ever before in technology discussions, and more specifically, determining how technology can alter the future growth and success of the business.

What needs to be done to ensure your information technology environment is a business enabler? First and foremost, you need to make sure your information technology environment doesn’t actually impede your ability to sense and respond to change. For most companies, this is a major challenge, but there’s a fairly straightforward solution: moving to the cloud.

CPU, Inc knows how important information technology is when it comes to your overall business strategy. Call (419) 872-9119 or email us at info@CPUonline.com to discuss our cloud services. We’re here to develop a comprehensive roadmap for cloud adoption and deployment within your organization.

Imagine a world where you’re able to anticipate future developments, exchange knowledge at a moment’s notice, and make better business decisions from any device or location. That world is entirely possible with the cloud. In today’s modern workplace, information moves through departments in very different ways – from emails to file folders to flash drives and everything in between.

The cloud goes above and beyond – overcoming the limitations associated with all the traditional ways we’ve sent and received information in the past. File-sharing, in particular, offers many benefits when hosted in the cloud. For example:

• Greater accessibility for staff members: We know today’s business world is more mobile than ever. Cloud-based file-sharing lets your staff members access important data from anywhere, at any time, as long as they have Internet access.
• Better collaboration on documents: Cloud-based file sharing means multiple people can review, edit, and process documents at the same time, in real-time. This greatly improves workflow efficiency.
• Simplified advanced analytics: You no longer need to maintain a large physical infrastructure to store mass amounts of data. This means you’re able to have customer and business insights at your fingertips.
• Quicker disaster recovery capabilities: If something were to happen, you’re able to recover all of your important files quickly and easily from any location, so you can continue working seamlessly.
• Significantly reduced ongoing costs: When you consolidate file distribution and sharing methods to a single source, you’re able to significantly reduce ongoing costs associated with physical equipment maintenance and support.
• Increased security against threats: You’re able to rest assured knowing your data is secure with stringent firewalls, regular patching and updates, and strict access management controls.

Keep in mind, a recent survey found that 70% of IT professionals know of or suspect rogue file sharing occurs within their companies. This is a huge risk, especially for those companies that handle sensitive information, such as credit card numbers, phone numbers, or other private customer data.

The Cloud: Letting Your Staff Work Together in Ways You Didn’t Imagine Were Possible…

The cloud is a major game changer when it comes to helping your staff members work together, regardless of their device or location. Cloud-based file sharing truly expands the boardroom – offering the vital analytics businesses need to innovate and compete in an increasingly competitive, fast-paced marketplace.

If you’re a board member or senior executive, you likely have people in charge of making decisions within their own departments. When it comes to technology, you likely have a chief technology officer, or at the very least, a technology-savvy person, in charge of technology decisions.

While it’s nice to trust their expertise, you need to be involved in technology decisions. After all, it’s your company’s productivity, profitability, and most importantly, reputation on the line. At the end of the day, migrating to the cloud is an investment in the future growth and success of your business.

Don’t spend another minute wasting square footage on massive file cabinets or trusting sensitive information to flash drives or emails. The cloud lets your staff work together in ways you didn’t imagine were possible!

Who is CPU, Inc.?

CPU, Inc. Started in 1986 as a software development company. As technology evolved, we moved our focus to the cloud because we know cloud computing is the future. Our team of talented, bright technologists has been managing technology services for more than 30 years – so it’s safe to say we know what we’re doing.

We pride ourselves on providing your business with the most responsive level of care because we know that’s necessary to help your business run more effectively and efficiently. Your success is our success – and our work speaks for itself.

Call us at (419) 872-9119 or send us an email at info@CPUonline.com to get started. We can help you develop a comprehensive roadmap for cloud adoption and deployment within your organization.

Published on 30th January 2018 by Jeanne DeWitt.