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FEATURE : CIO STRATEGIES organisations to buy as much storage space and computing capacity as they need , which is ideal for rapidly growing enterprises . This also aids expansion into different regions or overseas , which is a huge advantage for any company that has big plans for growth and expansion .
Protecting valuable data from all threats
Cloud platforms have strong security measures , including advanced encryption , robust access controls , and ongoing security intelligence monitoring . The centralised storage of business information in the cloud also provides a higher level of data protection . In the event of physical damage to on-premise hardware , cloud-stored data remains secure and accessible , enabling easy retrieval of the information which remains intact .
Utilising the cloud not only allows greater protection from hackers but also enables greater disaster recovery . By leveraging cloud computing , companies gain access to strong and secure storage solutions , ensuring data safety and quick recovery in case of unexpected events . In the cloud , data is not only backed up continuously but is also distributed across multiple locations . This dispersion of data mitigates risks associated with physical data centres , such as natural disasters or localised system failures .
Digital transformation is at the top of mind for many key decision makers and cloud migration is one of the key drivers in updating systems to be cutting edge .
The advantages of migrating to a cloud environment are numerous and delaying the process may lead to some organisations falling behind . p
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