Cloud Application Hosting

Cloud computing is the delivery of computing services—including servers, storage, databases, networking, software, and analytics—over the internet (“the cloud”) to offer faster innovation, flexible resources, and economies of scale.

Instead of owning and maintaining physical data centers and servers, organizations can access technology services on-demand from cloud providers like Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform.

Cloud application hosting refers to the process of deploying and running software applications on cloud infrastructure rather than on local servers or personal computers. This model leverages the scalability, flexibility, and cost-efficiency of cloud computing to deliver applications over the internet.

Cloud is slowly becoming the new IT infrastructure foundation as organisations realise the advantages of flexibility, mobility, efficiency and reliability that cloud infrastructure offers. Moving their data and application to the cloud offers organisation the complete flexibility to scale as they grow without the need to invest in expensive hardware infrastructure, the ability to become mobile as employees and stakeholders can access any application from any location on any network and the ability to convert their expensive Capex investments into Opex thereby saving money and getting their team to focus on core business strategies.

Key Benefits:

Cost Efficiency: Pay only for what you use, reducing capital expenditure.
Scalability: Easily scale resources up or down based on demand.
Accessibility: Access services and data from anywhere with an internet connection.
Security: Advanced security features and compliance standards.
Reliability: High availability and disaster recovery options.

Common Cloud Models:

Public Cloud: Services offered over the public internet. (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
Private Cloud: Dedicated infrastructure for a single organization.
Hybrid Cloud: Combines public and private clouds for greater flexibility.

Key Features:

Scalability: Resources can be scaled up or down based on demand, ensuring optimal performance and cost-efficiency.
Accessibility: Applications hosted in the cloud can be accessed from anywhere with an internet connection.
Reliability: Cloud providers offer high availability and disaster recovery options, minimizing downtime.
Security: Leading cloud platforms implement robust security measures including data encryption, access controls, and compliance certifications.

Benefits for Businesses:

Reduced infrastructure costs
Faster deployment and updates
Enhanced collaboration and remote work capabilities
Integration with other cloud services (e.g., databases, analytics, AI)

Popular Use Cases:

Web, Mobile and E-commerce platforms.

Virtual Desktops (VDI)
SaaS products

Enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems like Tally, SAP

Cloud Hosting vs. Traditional Hosting

Aspect	Cloud Hosting	Traditional Hosting
Infrastructure	Hosted on virtual servers across distributed data centers	Hosted on physical servers in a single location
Scalability	Highly scalable; resources can be adjusted dynamically	Limited scalability; requires manual hardware upgrades
Cost Model	Pay-as-you-go; operational expense (OpEx)	Fixed cost; capital expense (CapEx)
Deployment Speed	Fast deployment with automation and templates	Slower deployment; manual setup required
Maintenance	Managed by cloud provider	Requires in-house IT team or external support
Reliability	High availability with redundancy and failover	Single point of failure unless additional infrastructure is added
Security	Advanced security protocols, compliance certifications	Security depends on local setup and expertise
Accessibility	Accessible from anywhere via the internet	Limited to specific networks or VPNs
Flexibility	Easily integrates with other cloud services (e.g., AI, analytics, storage)	Limited integration; often requires custom solutions
Disaster Recovery	Built-in backup and recovery options	Requires separate disaster recovery planning

Whether making your initial transition or optimizing an existing setup, we ensure your journey is clear, efficient, and aligned with your business goals. Our Cloud Services coupled with strategic advisory services can help businesses take informed decisions.