Moving to cloud storage is one of the best ways to change up the way your business handles documents. For most, the cloud is tremendously useful for collaboration, freeing up physical storage space, and working remotely. However, there are additional concerns that are standard with cloud storage.
Security Is Priority #1
Like anything related to business, security is critical. When it comes to the cloud, there are new threats and challenges that can be overwhelming to address. IT Management is an easier way to ensure you’re covered.
Security Threats
There are a number of ways that the data in your cloud can be protected, and each method plays a unique role. Managed IT takes the guesswork out of securing your data by methods such as: Encrypting data, Enabling password protection, Investigating and optimizing network infrastructure, Educating staff about best practices, Securing the cloud – and keeping it secured – requires an ongoing commitment. It also requires knowledge of new threats and the latest security features. A managed IT service is an investment in that long-term security.
Backup and Recovery
In addition to preemptive security for malicious threats, there are additional security and longevity concerns that you’ll want to know about, including backup and recovery plans. Though the cloud is an excellent means of backing up your data, you also need to be sure you have specific and consistent backup plans in place. Further, your business needs a recovery plan in the event of an emergency; this is the best way to ensure your business can keep running (and can be restored quickly) after a catastrophe. There are many ills that can befall a business, even though the chances are slim that they will. Natural disasters, fires, and other disasters can happen, but outside threats are even more common. The best cloud protection tackles all of these potentialities and keeps you in the know.
Find out more about the benefit of Managed IT and the cloud by contacting CPC Office Technologies today!