With the cloud cheaper! How to save on IT and increase productivity?

Did you know that companies moving to the cloud can cut IT costs by up to 30%? It’s like finding an umbrella to protect you not only from the rain, but also from…. unnecessary expenses! If the topic of clouds seems vague to you, rest assured – I will dispel your doubts. It will be about public clouds, private clouds, hybrid clouds and how to use them in your business. Ready(s)?

What is the cloud anyway?

Have you reflexively looked up at the sky? Unnecessarily, because contrary to appearances, this will not be a lesson in meteorology or a time to walk around with your head in the clouds. We’re going to talk about a completely different cloud – remote servers that allow you to store, manage and process data. Imagine that your data is on a “remote drive”, accessible via the Internet. You don’t need to invest in expensive servers in the office – you have everything at your fingertips (or rather, under the cloud). It’s like swapping your backpack stuffed with books for a library card or an e-book reader. There is a difference, isn’t there?

Cloud computing and its benefits for manufacturing facilities.

Not only feathery and cumulus, or about the types of clouds

You may remember from geography that we have several types of clouds. In IT, it is similar.

We distinguish the following clouds:

4 reasons to bet on the cloud

Out of a small cloud a big rain… benefits for companies.

1. lower IT costs

The cloud means spending less on physical servers. You only pay for what you actually use.

2 Scalability

More traffic to the site? More data to process? No problem – the cloud grows with your needs.

3. data security

Cloud providers invest millions in security. They are the ones who make sure your data is protected, and you can rest easy.

4. increased productivity

You have access to data from anywhere and from any device. Add to that the ability to share files in real time, and you’re assured that your business will run faster and more efficiently.

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How does the cloud reduce costs and increase efficiency – what does the research say?

You don’t have to take my word for it. Numerous reports and studies confirm that migrating to the cloud brings real savings and efficiency gains to companies. Let’s take a look at some key studies that shed light on this topic. 

  1. Forrester: How Cloud Computing Reduces Costs

A report indicates that companies using the cloud save up to 30% on IT. How is this possible? The main sources of savings are the elimination of infrastructure costs, optimization of resource consumption and simplification of IT systems management. Companies do not need to invest in expensive hardware and can scale their resources according to current needs.

  1. McKinsey: Cloud Adoption in Manufacturing

A study shows that industrial companies are gaining 20% more efficiency through the cloud. Process automation, better data management and faster access to analytics are key factors driving this growth.

  1. Gartner: Top Trends in Cloud Computing 2025

Analysis showing a projected 40% increase in hybrid cloud adoption in the industry. Companies are increasingly combining on-premises infrastructure with cloud solutions to reap the benefits of both flexibility and security.

Benefits of implementing cloud computing in business - practical examples.

Cloud in practice: services vs. manufacturing

Standard business

Imagine a small business using Google Workspace. Low cost, high flexibility. CRM systems, ERP – everything works in the cloud, without unnecessary expenses for infrastructure. In addition, the implementation of the cloud is trivial. It is mainly used for document storage and communication.

Production

In large factories, we are dealing with a huge amount of data from machines, taken through IoT sensors that send data to the cloud. This makes production reporting easier and gives you the ability to analyze data in real time. Even if you lose internet access, local data syncs with the cloud when the connection returns.

How to implement cloud in a company in 6 steps?

1 Understand why you need it.

Maybe it’s lower costs, or maybe it’s more flexibility, or you dream of better performance….

2 Map your current IT infrastructure.

See what you already have and what you are missing.

3. select a cloud provider.

You have what to choose from: AWS, Azure, Google Cloud – each of these providers has its advantages.

4 Start with piloting.

Pick one project – for example, moving files to the cloud – and test how it works for you.

5. train the team.

Your people need to know how the cloud works.

6 Plan for full implementation.

Let the cloud dispel your doubts

The cloud is not just a tool, buta transformation strategy. It reduces costs, increases productivity, and allows you to better manage your data. By starting with small steps, you can make bigger changes. And since the possibilities are so great, why not give it a try?

Remember: you don’t have to fear “clouded” skies over your business. On the contrary, these clouds can bring a rain of savings and increased efficiency!

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