The internet revolution enters another new phase of change with the advent of Cloud Computing, and IT Services yet again have to keep up with the new technology.
What is Cloud Computing?
The major computing revolutions of the last thirty years have been about changing computer architecture. First it was mainframes, then it was minis and micros. Then along came LANS and WANS until we finally got to the Internet. Now we move away from local limited capacity systems to Internet-based unlimited capacity shared resources. Software, data and number-crunching power can now be provided to the computers in your home and office in the same way that you use electricity - just plug in to the internet and pay for what you use - in this case for IT Services rather than for electricity.
All the signs are that this will make computing simpler and more affordable for many businesses, whatever their size.
No Need For A Server In The Office With Cloud Computing
With Cloud Computing you wont buy expensive servers and install them in your office. Instead your server(s) and application(s) will be out in the Cloud. You will access them using your broadband connection. Your IT Support Company or your IT Support department will manage them out in the Cloud for you.
Without the need for a server your up-front Capital Cost will be much lower or perhaps even zero. Instead you will pay a monthly fee for the use of server resource, applications and their IT Support.
Why Are IT Services Moving Into The Cloud?
The short answer to this is that in the foreseeable future most of the computer infrastructure in your office will move into the Cloud and IT Services will need to move with it.
The entire computer industry - the computer hardware companies, the software application providers, the telecoms industry have based their strategic plans around a move to the Cloud.
Not since the computer industry made the move to the PC have I seen such a massive change in direction. There is so much money and so much planning behind this that it will happen. And IT Services will need to move too.
Do IT Services Follow Or Lead Into The Cloud?
Its the old "chicken or egg" question - which came first?
Many IT Services Companies are very nervous of the Cloud. Every time there is a major change a lot of vested interests inevitably resist the change.
You might be surprised to hear that despite the reputation of the computer industry IT Service Companies are just as resistant to change as any other business.
Many IT Service companies will slow your entry into the Cloud down. After all they want to protect their revenue - a major change represents a major risk to that revenue.
Some IT Services Companies Will Lead
Of course not all IT Service companies resist change. Some IT Service companies recognize the benefits for their clients and of course the challenges.
If you have an IT service company like this they will help you make the change in a smooth and managed fashion. That means helping you to understand the benefits, the nature of the change and the roadmap into Cloud Computing.
Which Kind Of IT Services Company Do You Have?
There is no doubt about it: Cloud Computing is coming and the benefits for businesses are clear.
Based on 25 years of IT industry experience my view is that you should "neither a follower nor a leader be."
But, I would prefer to be slightly nearer to the leader than the follower. This in my experience is the best way to get the IT service benefits without paying the leadership costs.
Where does your IT Service Company sit? Are they helping you to understand the changes, how it will affect you and the best way forward?
If not perhaps you should consider a new IT Service company, one that is willing to embrace the Cloud and help you get there.
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