Are you looking at cloud-based technology for your department?

These days, everyone is talking about "the cloud." It always sounds like one of those larger-than-life things, but in reality, the cloud isn't anything to be intimidated by. You're probably more familiar with it than you think.

Consider the last time you took a picture on your phone and it was so great, you had to share it. Due to the technology that's built into smart devices like your phone, your picture not only "lives" on your phone... It also "lives" on the cloud.

What exactly does that mean?

The first thing to understand is the cloud is not an actual, physical thing. It's a group of networks and servers that host applications in the virtual space. Because the software and services of the cloud run on the internet, the cloud can do a lot of cool things. 

The cloud gives you the freedom to choose where and how you access information, systems, and data. You're not tied to a single PC or device. The majority of phone apps, email accounts, and social media platforms are cloud-based. Plus, any time your systems, apps and accounts update, that's the cloud, too! Updates and upgrades to your accounts and applications occur with little to no inconvenience. 

The next time you hear that larger-than-life buzzword, remember - Your data and information isn't floating around somewhere in the sky. It's being hosted on some of the most powerful and secure servers around the globe so you can find what you need when you need it. 

Interested in learning more about a cloud-based solution?