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The market for cloud computing is projected to reach $947.3 billion worldwide by 2026. If you want to keep up with your competitors, investing in cloud communications systems is a required step.
Here, we’re going to talk about some of the differences between on-premises vs. cloud phone systems. Read on to learn why you should invest in the cloud.
On-Premises vs. Cloud Solutions: The Basics
On-premise phone systems are stored in the same physical location as you.
Whereas, cloud-based systems reside in the cloud. You use your internet connection to access them, and they require no on-premise hardware or software besides the telephones that connect to the system.
Costs
With the lack of hardware and software costs with cloud-based systems, you only pay for what you need and use. Whereas, on-premise solutions require cabling, hardware, electricity, and closet space. This makes them up to 40% more costly than cloud alternatives!
Cloud systems also include features and upgrades within their cost, and you can access them in multiple locations, as long as you’re in a place that connects to the cloud.
On-premise phone users would need to pay for all upgrades out of pocket, which greatly increases the cost over time. Additionally, with on-premise phones, you have to buy multiple phone systems to have them available for use in multiple locations.
Scalability
On-premise phones are difficult to scale. You would need to thoroughly plan the installation of phone lines with detailed and accurate forecasting, which could take weeks or even months in some cases.
Cloud-based systems, on the other hand, are designed to grow with you. This makes them extremely scalable giving you access to whatever you need when you need it. You can also add or delete phone lines immediately!
Maintenance and Upgrading Features
Maintaining an on-premise system requires an IT specialist that would need to come on location to make updates. Cloud systems require no maintenance besides the physical phones themselves. They also have immediate upgrade implementation!
Mobility
91% of American employees hope to work remotely, which makes mobility increasingly important. Cloud phone system capabilities allow this in a way that on-premise alternatives don’t. To accommodate a mobile workforce, on-premise systems would need to undergo a complex and expensive process.
Disaster Recovery
Disaster recovery is possible with on-premise systems, but it’s extremely costly and could negatively impact customer experiences. Cloud systems have a built-in failover if internet capabilities or power is lost. Calls are automatically rerouted to other data centers to prevent client inconvenience.
Key Takeaways:
- Cloud-based solutions let you take advantage of lower costs, faster setup, improved scalability, and no maintenance.
- On-premise phone systems are more expensive, require a lot of maintenance, and make working remotely difficult.
Get Started With a Cloud-Based Phone System Today
Voicecom Plus is committed to bringing you scalable and affordable cloud solutions. We’re excited to help your business grow! Contact us with any remaining questions that you have about switching your phone lines to the cloud.