{"id":585,"date":"2022-05-23T09:00:36","date_gmt":"2022-05-23T09:00:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/azcomputerguru.com\/?p=585"},"modified":"2022-05-23T09:00:36","modified_gmt":"2022-05-23T09:00:36","slug":"should-i-move-to-the-cloud","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.computerguru.me\/acg2025\/should-i-move-to-the-cloud\/","title":{"rendered":"Should I Move To the Cloud?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From storing vast amounts of information to granting employees the flexibility to work from anywhere, the cloud is capable of many things and has drastically changed the business landscape. The organizations that have migrated over to <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cloud infrastructure<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are now enjoying the benefits that come with being a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cloud adopter<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. And as time goes on, it seems the cloud is playing an increasingly important role in these companies\u2019 operations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While those businesses have found success in their <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cloud solutions<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, would the same be true for your business? If you find yourself asking, \u201c<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">should I move to the cloud<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,\u201d you\u2019re not alone. Many owners with growing businesses find themselves eventually being confronted with this question. In this blog, we\u2019re going to discuss what the cloud is and if <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">moving to the cloud<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the right decision.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Should I Move To the Cloud?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The cloud can sound like some nebulous thing that\u2019s difficult to grasp, but it really isn\u2019t all the complicated. Terms such as \u201cthe cloud\u201d or \u201c<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cloud computing<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,\u201d are just buzzwords for the internet. Specifically, it refers to the sharing of computing resources, software, and information over a network.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cloud computing<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> works on the idea that your computing needs are handled by a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/azcomputerguru.com\/remote-support\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">remote<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> machine. These computational resources help ease the workload on the device you\u2019re using to connect to the network. The method you use, whether it\u2019s through network architecture or by the internet, to access these resources is known as cloud connectivity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, if you wanted to remotely access an app, like Microsoft Word, the cloud would allow you to use it by going online and connecting to a server. You can then use this app without installing it locally on your device. This also helps save on the amount of computing power your device needs because the server is doing the work.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">should move to the cloud<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> depends on your business needs. Factors such as security, business expansion, and more can determine how beneficial the cloud may be for you. It\u2019s also important to think about the type of cloud you would move to.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Are the Different Types of Clouds?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are a few different types of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cloud infrastructure<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> you should know about and they all offer their own benefits.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Public Cloud<\/b><b>:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This is a cloud environment that\u2019s made available to everyone. Two of the most commonly used <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">public cloud<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">s are Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure. A <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">public cloud<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is an attractive option because it\u2019s efficient for sharing resources, highly scalable, and doesn\u2019t cost much to use. However, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">public cloud platforms<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are less secure than a private <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cloud solution<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Private Cloud:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Private clouds give you full control over your security and your system. This platform is ideal for organizations that handle sensitive data or companies that need to comply with stringent regulations. Unfortunately, private clouds sacrifice their scalability for increased security.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Hybrid Cloud:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A hybrid cloud combines public and private clouds. With a hybrid cloud, you can optimize how you use your applications by choosing the cloud environment that works best with those applications. For example, you can store sensitive information on your private cloud while using your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">public cloud<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to access applications.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Does It Mean To <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Move To the Cloud<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When someone says \u201c<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">move to the cloud<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,\u201d they are talking about migrating your infrastructure to the cloud. This is when some or all of your data center capabilities are transferred over to remote servers. Migration is the process used to send your information to the cloud, which can include:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Lift and Shift<\/b><b>:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Also known as rehosting, this is a bare minimum process where small changes are made. Applications and data are lifted and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">moved to a cloud<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> infrastructure<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This is the easiest and fastest way to migrate.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Move and Improve:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Also known as replatforming, this process makes a few modern updates to your assets without throwing the whole thing out.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Rip and Replace:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Also known as refactoring, this is the slowest and most complex migration method. However, it provides the maximum benefit. Rip and replace is the process of rebuilding your workload from scratch to run natively on the cloud.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cloud Server Pros and Cons<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s first address the advantages the cloud offers:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Scalability:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Cloud-based services are able to scale on-demand, regardless of how much your workflows fluctuate.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Collaboration:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> When using cloud services, team members can sync and work on documents or shared applications together in real time and in different locations.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Accessibility:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Cloud-based applications can be accessed by most devices capable of establishing an <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">internet connection<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This means you can access your work on the go.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Disaster Recovery:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> By storing your information in the cloud, you ensure that it is always available, even if something unfortunate, like a cyberattack, were to happen.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some of the disadvantages include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Internet Connectivity<\/b><b>:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Since the cloud is based on the internet, you need a constant, reliable <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">internet connection<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to access the services.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Security:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Moving your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">data to the cloud<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> means that you\u2019re no longer hosting your information locally; it\u2019s now in the hands of a third-party vendor. This is a common concern among businesses considering <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">on-premise vs cloud<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Vendor Lock-In:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If you\u2019re working with a vendor platform that differs drastically from the new platform you want to use, the difference between the two services could hinder the migration process.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Making the Right Decision for Your Business<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At the end of the day, finding the answer to, \u201c<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">should I move to the cloud<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,\u201d depends on what you think is right for your business. However, if you need some help making the decision, you may want to schedule a consultation with a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/azcomputerguru.com\/managed-service-provider\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">managed service provider <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(MSP). A MSP, like Arizona Computer Guru, can evaluate your situation and use their IT expertise to determine the best answer for your organization.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Get the IT Services Your Business Needs<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Arizona Computer Guru is an industry leading MSP with locations in Tucson and Phoenix, Arizona. If you need IT advice, our team is ready to help. We offer free consultations where we can discuss all of your IT concerns.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contact us today to learn more.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>From storing vast amounts of information to granting employees the flexibility to work from anywhere, the cloud is capable of many things and has drastically changed the business landscape. The organizations that have migrated over to cloud infrastructure are now enjoying the benefits that come with being a cloud adopter. 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