The document discusses the benefits of cloud computing for businesses, including flexibility to seamlessly integrate cloud resources into existing IT without taking up large storage space. Cloud services also provide complete system support so companies no longer need complex disaster recovery plans. Employees can collaborate from anywhere by accessing documents and apps simultaneously in real time. Using cloud computing positively impacts productivity and work-life balance by allowing employees to work remotely. Data is also secure in the cloud and accessible regardless of hardware issues. The cloud gives small- and medium-sized enterprises access to enterprise technology while allowing for faster action compared to large competitors. Cloud usage is more sustainable and cost-effective due to reduced energy use and no hardware/software fees.

1. FLEXIBILITY
Source: Salesforce (2015)
Tailored to customer needs, on-demand cloud resources
can be seamlessly integrated into existing IT infrastructure
without taking up huge amounts of storage space.
THE BENEFITS OF
CLOUD COMPUTING
DISASTER RECOVERY
With cloud computing services providing complete
system support, companies no longer need complex
disaster recovery plans.
GLOBAL MOBILITY
COLLABORATION
SECURITY
COMPETITIVENESS
SUSTAINABILITY
COST SAVINGS
All employees, wherever they are, can sync up and work
on documents and shared apps simultaneously, and
follow colleagues and records to receivecritical updates
in real time.
As long as employees have internet access, they can
work from anywhere. This flexibility positively affects
knowledge workers' work-life balance and productivity.
When everything is stored in the cloud, data can still be
accessed nomatter what happens to a machine.
The cloud grants SMEs access to enterprise-class
technology. It also allows smaller businesses to act
faster than big, established competitors.
Using the cloud results in at least 30% less energy
consumption and carbon emissions than using
on-site servers.
With no need to spend money on hardware, software
or licensing fees, there’s minimal upfront
spending and zero capital costs.