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Ahead in the Cloud: Future-Proofing Your IT Infrastructure

July 03, 2023
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In a world where success relies on keeping pace with technological advancement, a future-proof IT infrastructure sets forward-thinking organisations apart from the rest. This means adopting modern technologies and agile solutions that can adapt to changing trends and business needs, ensuring continuity for long-term success.

Let’s explore what a future-ready IT infrastructure entails and how cloud computing solutions can help you achieve it.


What makes a future-proof IT infrastructure and how can the cloud enable it?

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Future-proofing an IT infrastructure involves designing and implementing IT systems that are adaptable, scalable, and resilient. Investing in cloud computing solutions primes your infrastructure to seamlessly integrate new technologies and software updates, eliminating the need for costly replacements or downtime.

Cloud computing solutions demonstrate a more cost-effective, flexible, and scalable path to digital transformation. This enables organisations to allocate resources more efficiently, focus on their core competencies, and propel their growth.

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85% of organisations will embrace a cloud-first principle by 2025.
Gartner, 2023

What cloud solutions are available?

Moving to the cloud requires careful consideration of the different solutions and services available to help future-proof your IT infrastructure. The trending cloud computing solutions today are “as-a-service” models, such as:

 

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Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)
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Platform as a Service (PaaS)
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Software as a Service (SaaS)

These cloud computing models offer a scalable, flexible, and cost-effective approach to future-proofing IT infrastructure. The right choice depends on your business needs.

Note: For more details about each model and the differences between them, download our full article.


How Ricoh can help you get ahead in the cloud

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At Ricoh, we understand the importance of future-proofing IT infrastructure in today’s evolving business landscape. That’s why we offer a comprehensive range of services—including agile cloud solutions, resilient cybersecurity, and reliable managed services—to help businesses stay ahead.

By partnering with Ricoh, you gain access to a trusted technology partner committed to future-proofing your infrastructure, providing the tools, expertise, and support needed to navigate the digital landscape with confidence and achieve long-term success.

Learn more about Cloud Computing and how we can help you unlock the power of agile solutions for your business.


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