Cloud solutions

Cloud solutions are those that do not require installation on devices present in the company but accessible remotely thanks to an internet connection. This implies that the software is hosted on dedicated servers, or in any case on machines that physically reside elsewhere than the company headquarters, and which are owned by third parties and managed by them.

Using cloud solutions has several advantages, such as accessibility and update. Being a system constantly connected to the network, the cloud solution does not need to be physically in a certain port (such as the office) but it is possible to work from anywhere while always having all the data you need.

Software-as-a-service, in which you will have a cloud platform in which a specific software is hosted and in addition to facilitating its execution and correct functioning, they also take care of its management aspects. This is certainly the most used solution and is also the prerogative of medium-small companies or professional activities. Examples such as Google's proprietary apps or iCloud fall into this type of cloud. Platform-as-aservice, in which the cloud platform is used for the development, testing and release of specific software applications, including mobile and management apps. Access is usually regulated by tools made available by the platform itself. Infrastructure-as-a-service, in which the cloud platform is used as the primary destination for running virtual and non-virtual machines.

The Cloud has revolutionized the world of software, in particular that of platforms dedicated to the operation and productivity of businesses. In terms of absolute spending, the top three product sectors in terms of relevance are Manufacturing, the Banking, Telco and Media sectors. This is followed by services, utilities, PA and healthcare, retail and large-scale distribution and insurance.

Many believe that cloud solutions are more expensive. Of course, apparently this is the case, if we take into account that on-premise software is paid on a one-off basis while the cloud is usually based on a monthly fee. However, has no one ever focused on the fact that when choosing on premise, a license is required for every single workstation in the company? First. Second, enterprise software is subject to obsolescence like any other; this means that once it becomes "old", no longer suitable for company needs, the update will have to be performed personally on each company machine.