Cloud computing is gaining popularity every day as more and more enterprises are launching public and private cloud computing initiatives.
The cloud computing industry is one of the fastest growing industries today. Based on data from Gartner, a leading research and advisory company, the global public cloud services revenue is projected to reach $411.4 billion in 2020. With the growth of the cloud computing industry comes the growth and diversification of opportunities available to a huge number of industries.
Cloud development involves, as it may sound, cloud development. But cloud development is not as simple as it may seem. It involves developing cloud architecture such as planning, orchestration, and design to implement and structure cloud delivery models (Iaas, Paas, Saas).
Additional tasks in cloud development include managing cloud service delivery models. This includes connecting third-party data centers to your company’s network, creating a recovery plan in case of cloud service failure, network capacity, and more. Then there’s cloud software development, which involves designing and developing cloud applications, services, and products. This can include anything from backend, frontend, web application, full stack, data and application integration, and cloud application deployment.
HOW DOES CLOUD COMPUTING WORK?
Cloud computing allows client devices to access data over the Internet from remote servers, databases, and computers.
A network connection to the Internet links the front end (including the client device, browser, network, and cloud applications) to the back end, which consists of databases, servers, and computers. The back end functions as a repository that stores the data that the client side accesses.
The connection between the front end and the back end is managed by a central server. The central server uses protocols to facilitate the exchange of data. The central server uses both software and middleware to manage the connection between the various client devices and the cloud servers. Typically, there will be a dedicated server for each individual application.
CLOUD COMPUTING EXAMPLES
Examples of cloud computing include:
Google Docs, Microsoft Office 365: Users can access Google Docs and Microsoft Office 365 over the web. Users can be more productive as they can access work presentations and spreadsheets stored in the cloud anytime, anywhere, on any device.
Email, Calendar, Skype, WhatsApp: Email, Calendar, Skype, and WhatsApp take advantage of the cloud by providing users with remote access to data so they can access their personal data on any device, whenever and wherever they want.
Zoom: Zoom is a cloud-based video and audio conferencing software platform that records meetings and stores them in the cloud, allowing users to access them anywhere, anytime.
AWS Lambda: Lambda allows developers to run code for applications or backend services without having to provision or manage servers. The pay-as-you-go model continually scales with the organization to accommodate changes in data usage and real-time storage.
INDUSTRIES
The cloud is no longer a one-size-fits-all solution. It impacts every corner of the business world, including organizations of all sizes, needs, and industries. Our cloud services are working to make the cloud a realistic and transformative option for all industries, working with each company’s unique needs and desires to create the best possible solution. Here are ten industries that can directly benefit from RapidScale cloud computing solutions:
1. AUTOMOBILE INDUSTRY
The automotive industry relies heavily on data being readily available. Even if you don’t have that perfect car in the shop, your customers will be happier if you can search inventory and direct them to where it is. With the cloud, automotive companies can store inventory and additional data in one easy-to-access location. Not only will this make your life easier, but it will also improve the customer experience. When you have instant access to the information you need, you’ll close deals faster.
2. EDUCATION
The cloud has proven to be an invaluable solution for schools. Educational institutions are constantly faced with funding constraints, and the cloud can solve this problem directly. It is important for schools to have access to the latest technology to provide the best education, and with the RapidScale cloud, this can be done. Students can access the information they need in one place. Teachers can distribute assignments with ease. Collaboration between them will improve significantly. These are just a few of the endless benefits that education can gain by implementing the cloud.
3. FINANCE
When it comes to the cloud, the financial industry is very concerned about security, but our solution allows you to use encrypted information, Tier 3 and Class 1 data centers, and limited credentials to access this sensitive data. With this tight security, financial companies can explore the ease of performing everyday tasks such as billing customers or interacting with them. Our cloud is set to change the way the financial world operates, and with these benefits, we are already halfway there.
4. HEALTHCARE
In the past, the healthcare industry has been slow to adopt new technologies due to concerns about security and the time it would take to make the switch. Our Cloud Healthcare solution provides a simple and secure transition. Our solutions comply with various healthcare regulations. We also provide additional benefits that healthcare professionals rarely consider. Doctors can more easily connect with their patients and collaborate better with each other. Simple tasks that were previously tedious, such as making referrals or filling out patient records, can be completed in no time, allowing doctors to focus their full attention on their patients. After all, that’s the way it should be.
5. INSURANCE
Our cloud solutions allow you to communicate with your customers in the most convenient way. When it comes to insurance sales, the cloud is the best resource because you can collaborate in real time. Communicate across channels and create customer portals that help you and your customers track their accounts and statuses. It speeds up the process when you have the information you need right in front of you, and your customers will appreciate your organization and efficiency.
6. HOSPITALITY
The hospitality industry has never had a reliable, scalable solution to help businesses avoid spending too much up front on hardware that soon becomes inadequate. Our solutions provide a flexible computing environment, delivering services that can be quickly modified to adapt to the needs of service providers. This scalability and flexibility not only takes the stress out of new technology, but also provides immediate benefits to your customers. Simplify the process of booking an appointment or ordering room service. This can be done before arrival, and on mobile devices your customers may have. Our cloud will improve the guest experience and increase the efficiency of your establishment.
7. PRODUCTION
When it comes to manufacturing, companies are constantly faced with the need to manage multiple locations and supply chains that require large, complex database applications. RapidScale Cloud allows these companies to connect anywhere and provides the necessary infrastructure to power each location. And during the many large-scale deployments that occur in the manufacturing industry, the cost-effectiveness of our solutions shines. Our cloud can help eliminate huge capital expenditures while reducing the operational costs associated with maintaining multiple locations. The cloud is affordable and reliable, providing highly available services when you need them most.
8. REAL ESTATE
When you work in real estate, it’s important to stay up to date. We help you keep track of your listings, constantly learning about new ones. Whether you’re an agent, broker, or title company, you’ll see how easy it is to access information in the field when you need it. It’s also important to stay in touch with your clients, and with our cloud, you can optimize your marketing efforts. Stay ahead of the curve when closing deals and getting referrals. The cloud makes it easy.
9. LEGAL
The legal industry relies heavily on the ability to store large numbers of files for long periods of time. This data must remain accessible and secure. This may seem like a lot to ask for, but with the cloud, it’s not. We make state-of-the-art backup, failover, recovery, and computing available to any law firm. We know you expect to get the information you need quickly, and that’s okay! Not only will your legal data remain secure and accessible at all times, our solutions are scalable, so you can simply store more and more without worrying.
10. NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION
Obviously, one of the biggest challenges for nonprofits is the need to operate a company on a limited budget. Because of this, many nonprofits find it too difficult to spend money on the latest technology. With our cloud, that can change. We do everything we can to provide the best of both worlds. Nonprofits can now stay within their budget while keeping up with the latest computing solutions. The industry can more easily be on the same playing field as larger enterprises with the cloud, which allows for greater innovation in all corners of the business world.
CLOUD COMPUTING PROBLEMS
Despite the obvious benefits of using cloud services, cloud computing creates its own challenges for IT professionals:
Cloud Security – Often considered the biggest challenge facing cloud computing. By relying on the cloud, organizations risk data breaches, compromised APIs and interfaces, compromised credentials, and authentication issues. Additionally, there is a lack of transparency on how and where sensitive information entrusted to the cloud service provider is handled.
Cost Management – Pay-as-you-go subscription plans for cloud usage, along with changing workloads, can make it difficult to determine and predict final costs.
Lack of Resources and Expertise – With the rapid evolution of cloud technologies, organizations are struggling to cope with the increasing demand for tools and employees with the right skills and knowledge.
IT Management – Cloud computing can make IT management difficult as there is a lack of control over resource provisioning, resource shutdown, and infrastructure operations management. This can make it difficult to properly manage risk, IT compliance, and data quality.
Compliance with industry regulations - When transferring data from on-premises storage to cloud storage, it can be difficult to ensure compliance with industry regulations through a third party.
Managing multiple clouds - Deploying multiple clouds can split efforts to address broader cloud computing needs.
Performance - Largely outside the control of the organization contracting with the cloud service provider. Outages can reduce productivity and disrupt business processes if organizations have not prepared contingency plans.
Building a private cloud - This can be a challenging task for IT departments.
Cloud migration - The process of moving applications and other data to a cloud infrastructure is often challenging. Migration projects often take longer than expected and go over budget.
Vendor lock-in - Often switching between cloud providers can cause significant problems. This includes technical incompatibility, legal restrictions, and significant costs.
TYPES OF CLOUD COMPUTING SERVICES
As mentioned earlier, cloud computing can be divided into three general categories of service delivery:
IaaS
IaaS providers such as AWS provide a virtual server instance and storage, as well as APIs that allow users to migrate workloads to a virtual machine (VM). Users have dedicated storage capacity and can start, stop, access, and configure the VM and storage as they see fit. IaaS providers offer small, medium, large, ultra-large, and memory- or compute-optimized instances, in addition to the ability to customize instances for different workload needs.
PaaS
In the PaaS model, cloud providers host development tools on their infrastructure. Users access these tools over the Internet using APIs, web portals, or gateway software. PaaS is used for general software development, and many PaaS providers host the software after it has been developed. Common PaaS providers include the Salesforce Lightning Platform, AWS Elastic Beanstalk, and Google App Engine.
SaaS
SaaS is a distribution model that delivers software applications over the Internet; these applications are often referred to as web services. Users can access SaaS applications and services from anywhere using a computer or mobile device with Internet access. In the SaaS model, users access application software and databases. One common example of a SaaS application is Microsoft Office 365 for productivity and email services.
CLOUD COMPUTING USE CASES
The most common use cases for cloud computing services are:
Testing and Development - Pre-built, customized environments can speed up timelines and milestones.
Big Data Analytics - Remote data centers via cloud storage are flexible and scalable, and can provide valuable data-driven insights.
IaaS - Allows companies to host IT infrastructures and access compute, storage, and networking capabilities in a scalable manner. Pay-as-you-go subscription models can help companies save on upfront IT costs.
PaaS - Platform as a Service can help companies develop, run, and manage applications in an easier, more flexible way, at a lower cost than maintaining an on-premises platform. PaaS services can also increase the speed of application development and enable higher-level programming.
Hybrid Cloud - Organizations will have the option to use the appropriate cloud (private or public) for different workloads and applications to optimize costs and efficiency as appropriate.
Multi-cloud - Using several different cloud services from different cloud providers can help subscribers find the best cloud service to suit different workloads with specific requirements.
Storage - Large amounts of data can be stored remotely and easily accessed. Customers will only need to pay for the storage they actually use.
Disaster Recovery - Offers faster recovery than traditional on-premises disaster recovery. It is also offered at lower prices.
Data Backup - Cloud backup solutions are generally easier to use. Users do not have to worry about availability and capacity, and data security is ensured by the cloud service provider.
HOW TO CORRECTLY MOVE TO THE CLOUD?
We have outlined 10 steps for you.
Identify your cloud migration goals
Assess your current situation
Select the right cloud migration partner
Build your business case for cloud
Select the type of cloud environment you need - public, private or hybrid?
Identify the specific cloud components you need
Select the right cloud provider
Plan your migration approach
Execute the migration
Monitor your production environment
So that you don’t have to do it yourself, you can contact us for these services. We will assess the need for implementing cloud technologies and take full responsibility. You will receive a ready-made solution that will increase your productivity and sales.