Cloud Computing

You likely have heard the term cloud computing; it is a paradigm shift in the way we use software technology to manage our businesses. Here we cover some benefits of cloud computing and available cloud-based applications for Sage ERP MAS 90.

The explosion of iPhones, Driods, Blackberries as well as iPads and other tablet based computers, has led to an ever increasing mobile work environment. Being tethered to a desktop computer on a traditional network is slowly becoming the past. The Cloud and services delivered through it are now becoming the standard, which makes it vital that you have your printing needs addressed, or you will find yourself with all this great content and nowhere to output it!

Many considering cloud computing raise concerns about the security of data being stored and accessed online. What's important to consider is that good providers adhere to strict privacy policies and sophisticated security measures, with data encryption being one example. Companies can choose to encrypt data before even storing it on a third-party provider's servers. As a result, many cloud providers offer greater data security and confidentiality than companies that choose to store their data in-house. However, not all providers will offer the same level of security. We  recommend that if you have concerns over security and access you should research any potential providers policies before using their service. Technology analyst and consulting firm Gartner lists seven security issues to keep in mind when considering cloud services:

Sage announced the addition of Sage SalesLogix KnowledgeSync alerts, the Sage SalesLogix Customer Portal and additional Web administration enhancements for Sage SalesLogix Cloud and on-premises users. The features are the latest in a series of ongoing enhancements that extend CRM flexibility and business value beyond traditional SaaS offerings.

I recently discussed the Sage SalesLogix Cloud with Sage and the benefits that having a cloud option provides (Watch video).