Cloud storage often appeals to companies because of its low upfront costs, says Sanette Wehmeyer, sales executive at Infotech.
Cloud, on-premises or hybrid? How the options stack upAs South African organisations strive for greater agility and scalability, the debate over cloud, on-premises and hybrid IT environments is intensifying. While many businesses have traditionally preferred to maintain direct control over their IT environments, more are now turning to cloud or hybrid models to benefit from operational cost efficiencies.
Wehmeyer points out that cloud storage often appeals to organisations because of its low upfront costs. “With cloud, you only pay for what you use, and it’s structured as an operating expense. This is particularly attractive for businesses with fluctuating demands or limited budgets,” she explains. “On the other hand, on-premises hardware requires significant upfront capital investment.
Another major consideration is scalability. “Cloud is highly scalable,” she says. “If you need more capacity, you can simply scale up, and if your requirements decrease, you scale down. You only pay for what you use. On-premises systems don’t offer that flexibility. Expanding capacity means purchasing and installing more hardware, which can lead to either underutilised or overburdened resources.”
While cloud may seem more cost-effective in the short term, Wehmeyer cautions that long-term costs need to be carefully evaluated. “Cloud costs increase over time as your data storage needs grow or as you require more services. On-premises hardware, however, amortises over time. Once the initial investment is made, storage costs can decrease, provided the infrastructure is well-utilised and efficiently managed.
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