How reliable is Your Cloud Service Provider?

Posted by Orion Network Solutions on January 14th, 2016

Reliability is a key factor to consider when choosing a cloud service provider or evaluating your existing cloud vendor. Can their cloud servers handle your robust bandwidth and data exchange requirements consistently during uptime? This is particularly an important question to ask especially when you are dealing with a virtual server, in which case you should be more particular about reliability instead of focusing on secondary functions like rarely (once in a while) used files. Partner with a reliable hosting provider that can handle and manage your hosting environment efficiently and consistently, especially when your site receives robust traffic during uptime.

Selecting a cloud service provider requires so much more than skimming through a vendor's website and looking up reviews by their previous clients. If you want a reliable vendor, examine your candidate's processes and make sure that they complement your own and add value to improve your business success. Always choose a cloud service provider that is suitable for your business and improve your scalability. Here are some factors to consider when seeking out a reliable cloud service provider:

•    Pricing plan – Before purchasing a package, look at the company's pricing plans and compare them with packages from other prospects. Don't simply go for a company that offers the cheapest rate. Instead, choose one that will give you the best value for your investment. An account with flexible pricing is best as it will allow you to scale up or down, according to your needs.

•    Expertise – Look for a provider that offers experience and expertise in the industry. You want an established partner who is not merely familiar with the software you want to use, but has the skills to help you maximize its advantages. This kid of reliability is exactly what you need to jump ahead of the competition.

•    Financial stability – Consider their financial stability. While there is nothing wrong with placing your bet on a newer, younger company, there is a certain security that comes with an established vendor, especially when it comes to scaling up.

•    Management system – Choose a company with a simple, yet efficient management system when controlling and maintaining servers and processes. Choose a vendor that offers an easy to use, unified interface to manage your system.

•    Customer support – Find a company that is client-driven and offers good customer service support through different channels, whether it be chat, emails, or calls. This will ensure continuity even when dealing with system issues.

About the Author:
    
Mike Rana is the Chief Technology Advisor of Orion Network Solutions. Orion Network Solutions specializes in providing Computer Installation, Maintenance, and Consulting services along with 24x7 help desk services for small and midsize companies. We provide network solutions that enable small businesses to not only lower their management cost but also increases employee productivity at the same low price. We offer network solution that becomes an integral part of your organization and can provide an increase in productivity of your organization.