Cybersecurity attacks are in the news, crippling public infrastructure and causing panic among many business owners. However, large businesses aren’t the only ones in danger of a ransomware or malware attack. Small businesses, especially those in the financial services industry, must be wary of these sophisticated threats.
Cybersecurity must be a top priority for managed service providers (MSPs) and your small business customers. That’s why using a trusted cloud service provider is the first step in protecting your customer’s valuable IT infrastructure. Small businesses are looking for ways to invest in PPP incentives to boost the economy out of the COVID-19 pandemic. Investing in cloud services will keep their data and IT assets more secure, provide more flexibility for remote workers and save costs compared to traditional onsite networking and storage centers.
Over 50% of Cyberattacks Target Small Businesses
Every day, a new cyber threat emerges, targeting small businesses. In a recent Inc. article, Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas stated, “50 to 70% of ransomware attacks are aimed at small and medium-sized companies.” Even more disturbing is the fact that over 60% of small businesses fail after a ransomware attack. Cloud hosting provides unmatched levels of security superior to most onsite infrastructure companies. This is especially important for companies storing and processing sensitive financial, medical and personal health information. Companies need the security features that cloud hosting providers invest millions in — security features that most IT departments can’t provide.
Cloud Computing Saves Money
In addition to the enhanced security features that cloud computing offers small businesses, using the cloud helps companies improve productivity, operate more nimbly and save money. For instance, they can reduce their need for an onsite IT management team since cloud services provide complete monitoring and support services.
Since cloud services provide the servers and storage units via a cloud connection, businesses can cut back on their internal support services and outsource cloud services to a managed service provider. The additional cost for outside assistance will be small compared to eliminating skilled technology positions.
Your customers will also save money using a remote workforce by reducing physical office space and other internal support services. In addition, cloud-based applications are easier to maintain, and high-priced servers and storage systems can be recycled, helping to recoup some of the transition costs.
Managed Service Providers Provide Frontline Support
Cloud technology requires ongoing maintenance and support. Small businesses need helpdesk services, consulting, cybersecurity services and 24/7/365 monitoring for potentially damaging attacks. MSPs who work with quality cloud technology providers have the opportunity to become the trusted provider and consultant for all of their customers’ IT support needs.
Cloud Services for MSPs
There are many options for cloud infrastructure, but many of the large, public cloud offerings provide limited technical support. Cloud Services for MSPs provides a secure, technically advanced opportunity designed for MSPs working with small businesses. We provide multiple server locations backed up by world-class technical support. Now is a great time to take advantage of the PPP loans and support programs and help the small businesses in your town move their IT infrastructure to the cloud.
Sources:
https://www.cloudservicesformsps.com/cloud-technology-articles/mspcloud/
https://www.inc.com/amrita-khalid/ransomware-hackers-crime-cybersecurity-tips.html
https://www.sba.gov/