What is your business doing to keep up with changes in technology? According to the International Data Corporation (IDC) many businesses are investing in public cloud services that will allow them to access files through mobile devices as well as desktop computers.
The Growth of Public Cloud Services
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Today, most companies rely on private cloud services, but that could quickly change over the next few years. The IDC report indicates that spending on public cloud services is likely to reach US$72 billion by 2015. The report also shows that businesses are driving the growth. 75 percent of the spending will come from businesses looking for applications, storage, and servers that can meet their needs.
Security Concerns About Public Clouds
Currently, many businesses and individuals feel more comfortable using private cloud services because they worry about security risks that have been linked to public clouds. As more and more companies invest in public cloud services, though, it is likely that security companies will develop increasing successful applications that will prevent theft, unauthorized access, and other threats that concern business owners.
If this happens within the next year or two, then even more businesses are likely to jump on the public cloud bandwagon. After all, public clouds could charge smaller rates for the same advantages that businesses get from private cloud services.
What new types of technology have your business explored to help keep pace with competitors? Have you considered using private or public cloud services to make your business operate more efficiently?
