Which one is right for your business?
Cloud computing is emerging as an essential piece of a company’s digital operations. It offers businesses the scalability and efficiency to help their operations thrive. There are many factors to consider when choosing a cloud solution for your business. You need to consider your business goals, budget, data sensitivity and what kind of workloads you have. However, understanding which solution best fits your business can be daunting. Here’s a look at the different types of cloud solutions to help you assess if it’s the right one for your business.
Public Cloud
This is a service provided by third-party vendors that delivers computing resources over the internet. Examples include Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud. Public cloud services are ideal for startups and smaller companies because of its pay-as-you-go pricing and ease of use. However, its public, shared infrastructure does bring some security concerns so extra attention should be given to setting up safety measures.
Private Cloud
This cloud solution is dedicated and tailored to your business only, either hosted on-site or by a third-party provider. It offers a much more secure environment that is only accessible to authorized employees. This is much more ideal for industries like finance and healthcare that need to adhere to strict compliance standards. Keep in mind that setting up your business with a private cloud will most likely mean higher set-up costs and ongoing maintenance expenses.
Hybrid Cloud
This is a combination of the public and private cloud environments that work together to give you benefits from both platforms. Businesses are able to keep sensitive data on a private cloud while using a public cloud for non-sensitive data. The biggest benefit to using the hybrid cloud is its flexibility. It lets businesses choose the best option for different data and applications. If your company chooses this route, using a hybrid cloud does require a skilled IT Team to manage it.
Multi-Cloud
Just as it sounds, multi-cloud uses services from different providers. Businesses aren’t committed to one single provider and can choose the best and most cost-effective cloud solution based on the needs of each workload. Multi-cloud usage can also provide enhanced security. If a security breach were to happen, multi-cloud users can quickly transfer data to another provider or backup to a private cloud.
There isn’t a one-size-fits-all option when it comes to choosing the right cloud solution for your business. Take advantage of ICC’s Cloud Services. ICC can help assess your needs and create a tailored strategy that aligns with your workflow and business goals. The right cloud solution can help increase efficiency and enhance data security. Contact us to learn more.
February 20, 2025
