• First, the same image can be shared by all the virtual desktop users, which means that each user will be able to access the same operating system with the same installed applications. This saves time and costs on training and operations.
• Second, once a hardware upgrade is required to run specific software or a new operating system, upgrading only the Virtual Desktop server will be enough to allow all the users to access the new software/operating systems from their own devices.
• Third, no investment will be needed on high-performance storage, premium systems, power supplies, or high band-width networking since the Virtual Server provider will also provide all the structure necessary to support equal performance to all users.
• Fourth, time can be saved by installing and updating drivers, patches, and applications only one time each since they will be accessed through the same server.
• Fifth, since images can be accessed from any device, software problems can be solved from the data center, and, in case of hardware issues, the user can simply switch to a different device to continue to use the Virtual Desktop while the problem is being solved.
• Bonus: the user is able to work from anywhere and at any time of the day just by having a compatible device with internet access.

These benefits can bring great improvements to businesses due to the flexibility that Virtual Desktops provide, and that’s why this tool is becoming so popular between companies that rely on computers to run their operations.

Cloud computing is taking over the business scenario. Everybody knows that more and more companies are enjoying the benefits of virtualizing their desktops and storages. However, what most companies don`t know is how relevant the exact numbers involving cloud computing are becoming.

To showcase this, here are some fun facts that you didn`t know about cloud computing:

• By 2016, 36% of all data is expected to be stored in the cloud. And that`s up from 7% in 2013.
• Cloud Computing is up to 40 times more cost effective for an SMB compared to running its own IT system.
• 90% of Microsoft’s R&D budget is being allocated to improve cloud technology.
• By 2020, cloud computing will cross the $270 billion mark.
• More than 2% of electricity in the US is consumed by data centers.
• For every 1200 smartphones or 600 tablets, a new server is added to the cloud.
• Over 50% of American companies increased their cloud budgets in 2015.
• The US Federal Government saved $5.5 Billion per year by shifting to Cloud Services.
• 64% of companies have reduced waste and lowered energy consumption after shifting to the cloud.
• 94% of managers say their business security has improved after adopting cloud applications.

And that is why YOU NEED cloud computing! #GoCloud