Whatever industry you’re in, sustainability is a hot topic right now.
Across the globe, businesses are looking at how they can change their processes, their workplaces and their operations to become greener and safer for the planet at large. These changes have been a long time coming, and remain an important step in the direction of a better and cleaner future.
The cyber security world is no different and businesses have a responsibility to ensure that their methods for ensuring their protection online, are as sustainable as they can be. With its intrinsic connection to the internet, cyber security has a big impact and one that needs to be carefully managed.
One of the best ways companies can reduce their environmental impact and enhance their cyber security at the same time, is to take their data to the cloud.
Cloud computing and the environment
Cloud computing is accessing data and computing power on-demand across the internet, through data centres or computing infrastructure, owned and operated by a provider.
This solution is favoured by many businesses for costs and efficiency, saving them the need to manage their own servers and infrastructure. They also enjoy better service availability and flexible scaling for a smoother IT experience.
What many don’t realise however, is that opting for cloud-based computing is also the greener choice for industries.
Why the cloud is the more sustainable answer
Processing data on individual and local infrastructure that isn’t tuned up to maximise energy efficiency, can result in a higher carbon impact for businesses.
This is especially true for companies without the necessary expertise for implementing sustainable solutions in their data centres.
The large data centres created by the biggest providers – like Apple, Microsoft and Google – are implementing key sustainability initiatives to ensure that their cloud solutions are as environmentally friendly as they can be.
Microsoft’s Azure service can be up to 93% more energy efficient for businesses. IBM’s latest multizone region development is set to be supplied by entirely renewable energy. These are just a few examples of how the biggest and best cloud providers out there, are providing sustainable options for businesses looking to bring down their carbon impact through responsible cloud computing.
Choosing these cloud providers, who have the financial and technical backing to ensure the sustainability of their data centers, is a quick and easy way to improve your sustainability roadmap and to enjoy smoother data storage – all at the same time.
Making the move to the cloud
If you’re thinking of making the switch from local hosting to the cloud, here at CSP we can help.
Our cloud enablement service puts our expertise in your hands to help manage your transition. We can make sure your organisation stays safe, effective and compliant when using cloud services. This helps with everything from integrating existing networks and data stores, through to ensuring you follow the requisite contractual environment.
We are the dedicated cloud experts with the experience and the backing to keep your business agile and flexible while working through the cloud. Ultimately, helping you access the most sustainable solution for your IT operations.
Find out more about our cloud enablement service on our website here.