by myCREcloud | Jun 3, 2021 | Uncategorized
Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) is a method of providing computing, networking, and storage via the Internet. IaaS enables companies to utilize web-based systems, applications and storage without needing to purchase, manage or support the cloud infrastructure. The most popular examples of IaaS platforms include Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft® Azure®.
Infrastructure as a Service is one of three main categories of cloud computing, along with Software as a Service (SaaS) and Platform as a Service (PaaS). IaaS is the fastest-growing cloud segment. IaaS lets you circumvent the complexity and increased cost of buying and managing physical servers.
What are the benefits of Iaas?
Storage: IaaS offers the processing power to collect and run large data sets significantly larger than the physical hardware budgets of many companies typically allow for.
Disaster Recovery: Natural disasters, fires, theft, or other unexpected events can be avoided by storing backup files or disaster relief plans with IaaS. Keep your business running, even if everything else is down.
High-Performance: Every app used or deployed by a company can be housed in IaaS. When demand grows , processing power can easily be scaled up.
Cost Savings: Reduce infrastructure costs as you no longer hardware for your data centers, eliminate the task of maintaining and replacing equipment, and enjoy 24x7x365 uptime. Pay for what you need, as you need it.
by myCREcloud | May 21, 2021 | Uncategorized
Cloud hosting is crucial to success in a post-COVID-19 world. The arrival of the COVID-19 pandemic in early 2020 is has had a big impact on the scale of cloud adoption this year, but will the effects last long-term? Thanks to the arrival of vaccines in 2021, this year seems to have brought a ray of hope for economies across the world. Despite an uptick in spending and looser restrictions, this year is going to be critical for digital adoption and adapting to the ‘new normal’.
The Rise of Serverless Computing
Due to pandemic restrictions and the need to collaborate virtually, the tech world saw a massive increase in serverless computing. Businesses no longer have concerns about availability, scalability, provisioning of VM resources, maintaining servers, and other in-house infrastructure issues. Instead, they can focus on their businesses and productivity. This shift has also added to a reduction in maintenance costs and a consolidation of service providers.
Increased Efficacy
The cloud allows for streamlined processes and a reduction in additional outsourced layers of security – instead, businesses can be assured that their clouds are being managed through their cloud hosting provider. Tools like multi-factor authentication allow businesses and individuals to take extra steps to improve security without requiring additional support and services.
Preparing 2021 and Beyond
Infrastructure as a service (IaaS) providers are dominating the cloud world and have only gained traction throughout the pandemic. Organizations will be expected to adopt these services if they aim to stay current with technological advances. Centralizing your business operations and applications with IaaS will also be crucial for collaboration, as many businesses will continue to operate remotely.
by myCREcloud | Apr 27, 2021 | Uncategorized
As cybercrime becomes more sophisticated, companies find their security systems are no match for modern threats and attacks. Sometimes simple human error can leave a company exposed. This not only damages user trust, but all companies, from small firms to corporations – can suffer severe financial and reputational loss.
A key security factor to consider is the increasing number of devices that are continuously connected to data. As your organization’s web of employees, customers, and vendors increases, so do expectations of instant accessibility. Unanticipated cyber threats can come from hostile powers, competitors, organized hackers, people working within your organization, or third-party vendors. Cybersecurity policies are becoming increasingly crucial as mandatory disclosure of cybersecurity incidents and data breaches continues to grow. These factors highlight the importance of providing extra layers of security from social media accounts to business and financial applications. What’s a cost-effective and wide-reaching solution? Two-factor authentication.
Enter Two-Factor Authentication
Two-factor authentication was created to give the user an extra layer of security to keep prying eyes out of your accounts and data. With this type of security, there is an extra step of verification to ensure that you are the only one who can access your account, even if someone else has your credentials.
When you sign into a device for the first time, you’ll need to provide two pieces of information—your password and the verification code that’s automatically displayed on your trusted device or sent to your phone number. A verification code is a temporary code sent to your device or phone number when you sign in with a new device or browser. Two-factor authentication takes your security to the next level, but there are a few steps you need to take to make sure it works as planned:
- Keep a record of your sign-in credentials
- Ensure that your devices are all password-protected
- Keep your phone number up-to-date
- Notify all key contacts/accounts if your devices have been physically or digitally compromised
Plan for the future and prevent online security breaches with two-factor authentication, employee training, and staying up-to-date with technological advances.
What should I do if I think I’ve been compromised?
Immediately contact us at (833) 982-1020 and any other providers that the breach is related to. Gather as much information about the accounts or data you think has been compromised as possible.
by myCREcloud | Mar 25, 2021 | Industry, Resources
Moving all of your data to the cloud can be a huge expense and you are not alone in wondering if a move to the cloud is a good investment right now. The good news? The PPP-2 funds bill can help you cover the cost of cloud software subscription expenses like cloud software and services.
Allowable Funds for Small Businesses
Small businesses recently received good news – a new wave of funding for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) is on its way. This includes “any business software or cloud computing service that facilitates business operations, product or service delivery, the processing, payment, or tracking of payroll expenses, human resources, sales and billing functions, or accounting or tracking of supplies, inventory, records and expenses.”
- Cloud-hosted desktop
- Data backup and recovery
- Network security
- Sharepoint
- Microsoft 365
- Azure Cloud Services
- Other potential software and cloud services
Do I qualify?
First-time applicants:
- Must have 500 employees or less
- Prove that your organization was operational prior to 2/15/2020 and is still open
Second-Time Applicants
- Must have 300 employees or less
- Must have utilized all of the previous loan funds
- Prove a loss of 25% or more of your revenue in Q1, Q2, or Q3 in 2020
- Prove that your business was operational before 2/15/2020
Please visit SPA.gov for more information.
by myCREcloud | Mar 23, 2021 | Uncategorized
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