As more and more small and medium-sized businesses continue to sign up to receive high-tech cloud computing services, we’re learning more and more about the logistics of using this cloud-based platform. The reason for this massive increase in businesses signing up for cloud-based PBX services is directly related to the fact that the costs associated with integrating cloud computing services into a business have been lowering, especially within the last few years. It’s no longer only the big businesses that get to enjoy all the various benefits that come with utilizing cloud PBX services. Now anyone can afford to sign up to receive the latest in business communication technology services.
Cloud Computing
Even though cloud-computing has been around for many years now, it’s still considered to be in its early stages. And even though there are many cloud-based services available from which to choose from (storage services, spam filtering, applications, etc.), this is only the tip of the iceberg. Technology is always evolving, making it necessary for any and all businesses to keep up with this technology if they want to be and/or stay competitive in today’s highly competitive world of business.
A brief overview on three cloud-computing options:
SaaS (Software as a Service). This is a form of cloud computing that is able to send a solo application through a browser in order to reach its intended customers. Human resource departments often use this form of cloud computing, as well as other departments, due to the easy use of and variety of desktop applications available with SaaS.
PaaS (Platform as a Service). A variation on Software as a Service, this platform allows a business to create their own application. These applications are then used when communicating with their customers.
Utility Computing. Although this form of computing has been around for awhile now, many businesses are starting to use this platform more these days because they’re understanding the many benefits that come along with utility computing. Although current users have been using this form of computing for additional work-based needs, predictions are showing a rise in the importance of utility computing in today’s busy business world.
Controlling Costs
These are just some of the many viable options that come when a business decides to sign up for high-tech cloud-based computing services. And it’s not only important to understand the many benefits to be had when signing up for cloud PBX services, it’s also important to understand the costs associated with utilizing these cloud-based services. Understanding your options when it comes to how you’re going to be billed for utilizing cloud-based services is a great place to start. Different resellers are going to offer different options when it comes to paying for a cloud PBX service, with some offering a flat monthly fee per business or per employee, and others charging a business for the actual amount of cloud services they’ve used for that particular month.
Bottom Line
Anytime a business makes a decision that’s going to affect the way it communicates, it’s really necessary they understand everything there is to know about using the new business communication platform. And although signing up to receive the many benefits that cloud PBX services can offer a company is now considered the thing to do as more and more businesses are continuing to sign up to receive these high-tech services, business owners need to have a full understanding of everything that cloud PBX services entail so they’re able to make a fully informed decision.
Reselling Cloud PBX Service
If you’re someone who’s interested in reselling cloud PBX services, be sure to contact us today. We know everything there is to know about the reselling world and welcome you to contact us with any questions you may have when it comes to reselling a cloud PBX service.
Image courtesy of Stuart Miles/FreeDigitalPhotos.net