5 Key Considerations for moving your Data to the Cloud

Introduction 

The cloud is a great way to store, access and manage your data. But before you can make the switch, you’ll need to know what kind of cloud server will be right for you. Here are some key considerations:

How big is your data?

When thinking about how much data you have, it’s important to consider the number of users and files as well. In general, you want to be sure that your database is not too large for the cloud platform. If this doesn’t provide enough space allotted by its SP provider—for example if they only allow 10GB per user in their plan—it may make sense for them to purchase additional storage from another vendor instead; but this will still require some planning ahead!

How long will it take to move?

Moving your data to the cloud can be a lengthy process, depending on the size and number of users. If you’re moving to a cloud server management, this is not an issue because your data will always be there when you need it. 

If you are moving from one location to another—for example, from one server room with limited bandwidth in order to use more expensive infrastructure at a different location—you may encounter downtime during this transition period. You should plan for any potential delays by preparing for these issues ahead of time so that they don’t cause any problems later down the line when things get busy again (after all, this is why most companies invest in backup systems). 

How much capacity do you need?

The first step in deciding how much storage and bandwidth you need is to decide how many users will be accessing your files. If it’s just a few people, then 2TB of storage might suffice; on the other hand, if there are thousands of employees working on shared files regularly, then 10TB–20TB per user may be necessary. You’ll also need to know if they’re all accessing the same file at once or not (e.g., one person can edit it while another reads an earlier version). Finally, consider whether some users will have access only once every few months or not at all—this could affect how much data needs to be stored locally versus online as well as where exactly in your building this happens (for example: does everyone need 24/7 access everywhere?). 

Source: 5 Key Considerations for moving your Data to the Cloud | TI Infotech Blog