Cloud Computing Initiatives from Consonus
IT services and infrastructures have been one of the fastest evolving technologies of today's information age. Entire business plans have been built on information technology and created new markets seemingly out of thin air. Companies such as Amazon and eBay are living proof of the powerful opportunities presented by effective and innovative IT implementations. However, not every company needs to utilize IT resources on such a scale to see increased profitability.
Cloud computing and virtualization solutions enable any company to tap into IT resources at any level of involvement with a minimum of capital investment, risk, and resource. Leveraging the power of cloud computing and our high-availability green data centers, Consonus offers a full portfolio of managed IT services ranging from full systems to targeted services such as remote backup and email archiving.
IT System Implementation with Cloud Computing
Consonus offers comprehensive cloud computing capabilities for new system implementations as well as expansions. Typically, a new system calls for a large initial capital outlay, and a long implementation time involving optimization, troubleshooting, and end user training. This front-heavy investment introduces cost and risk that can be prohibitive for many companies, even those with an existing IT infrastructure. Consonus' combination of cloud computing and virtualization is the perfect way to create or expand technology systems while avoiding these issues.
Cloud computing is the remote usage of computing resources. Practically speaking, starting or expanding into online commerce would consist of building and running an online storefront with customer services and an inventory database, all supported by the server hardware and technical personnel. Instead of going that route, Consonus can manage the system installed on its infrastructure, leasing out those services on a per-use basis. This means the online store would run on Consonus' hardware, managed, monitored, and maintained by their personnel for the benefit of a client. An entire IT implementation becomes a turnkey operation accessed through an "always on" internet portal, rather than a long term, risky investment.
Virtualization solutions open up the possibility of leveraging IT systems for any sized company. With Consonus pay-per-use structure, upfront costs are nearly zero. With dynamic, scalable systems, operating costs are kept to a minimum and are, many times, actually lower than an in-house implementation.
Supplemental Managed IT Services
Not every company needs to implement entirely new systems. Expanding current operations and introducing better data and technology methods are a large part of efficient operations. Consonus provides managed services for IT assets, whether they exist remotely as part of a cloud computing network, or on site as an integrated network.
These services extend the usability, reliability, and efficiency of currently deployed technologies with remote monitoring, backup, colocation, and replication. Data and networks that are stored in a single physical location are susceptible to natural disasters and theft or vandalism; off loading data to a remote location through back-ups and replication offers reliable data security. Remote monitoring, intrusion detection, and protection services keep IT resources safe from the latest emergent cyber threats and information theft. Managed IT services expand the capabilities of existing departments and personnel with professional, mission-critical methods and solutions.
Security and Upgrade Initiatives
The computing environment changes on a constant basis. The explosion of this new market and its technologies has brought with it the threat of cyber crime, data and identity theft, and even digital vandalism. It is a constant struggle between cyber criminals and security firms to identify exploitable loopholes. Entire companies, such as Symantec, are dedicated solely to staying one step ahead of viruses and malware in order to protect computer systems.
For many companies, that level of dedication to protect their technology infrastructure is not feasible. Change comes on a nearly daily basis with new protections and vulnerabilities being created or found. Consonus is one such firm that stays on the cutting edge of security methods, procedures, and equipment. Cloud computing offers the unique ability to access that knowledge since their remote computer resources are protected and maintained by specialists in high availability green data centers. Staying abreast of those procedures is also vital even if a company employs an in-house IT department and utilizes consulting services to keep their systems secure.
Cloud Computing and virtualization solutions are transforming the information technology landscape. The barriers to entry are quickly coming down and operating expenses are being trimmed with dynamic, scalable systems that intelligently allocate resources to demand. Managed IT services disseminate the knowledge and procedures necessary to move the entire field forward towards efficient, reliable, and secure systems. As the mystery surrounding the technology becomes common knowledge, we will see even greater opportunities for growth and profitability.
