Saturday, 1 October 2011

You're already using cloud computing without even knowing it...


If you use online banking, access to an email service like Hotmail or Gmail or SaaS "software as a service" applications like Salesforce, etc. Then you are already using Cloud services.

Many businesses are moving to the Cloud computing because it frees them from having to install, maintain and upgrade expensive, overblown PCs that cost a LOT to maintain. It also makes added and removing users (or employees) quick and easy since you simply pay for what you use each month and nothing more.

Other advantages include unlimited storage, automatic backups, higher-level of security and the ability to access your business systems from any device anywhere. Plus, cloud-based networks don’t require the on-going maintenance that traditional server-workstation networks require.

However not every application or situation is suited for the Cloud. While many LOB (line-of-business) applications still can’t be hosted in the cloud and require a commercial grade Internet connection with a backup such as a DSL or cable, there’s no doubt that cloud computing is here to stay.

Advances are being made rapidly to make it the better solution for most businesses. Of course were here to help you understand your options and the pros and cons.


If you want to know if cloud computing is right for you, call us for a free, no-pressure, no-obligation cloud readiness assessment. We’ll evaluate your current situation and provide insights and options for moving to the cloud.

We’ll also answer any questions you have and tell you the unvarnished pros and cons of choosing this option.

Call us at 0845 450 3669 (option 2) or Click here>> Cloud Computing Bristol Bath & UK to have one of our friendly experts contact you to discuss further.

Happy Cloud Computing!


soVision - Complete IT Services Provider

Professional and friendly IT Support Services to businesses across Bristol, Bath and throughout the UK responding quickly to fix all your IT problems.

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Friday, 23 September 2011

What exactly is the Cloud?

That is the infamous question these days.

Well thanks to our friends at StartupTV Magazine we are able to explain this in more details for you.

Watch the video below to get answers to these common queries:

1) What exactly is the Cloud

2) How Can the Cloud Help SMEs

3) How as an SME do I migrate to the Cloud

4) Why SMEs should be moving to the Cloud



To find out more on the Cloud Computing or if your business could take advantage of the many benefits please contact soVision the Bristol Based Cloud Services experts for your Cloud Readiness assessment.

Or just call to speak with one of our friendly experts at 0845 450 3669



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Professional and friendly IT Support Services to businesses across Bristol, Bath and throughout the South West responding quickly to fix all your IT problems.

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Thursday, 22 September 2011

soVision at the FSB Best of Bristol Exhibition, September 27th, Ashton Gate

Are YOU excited about the "Best of Bristol" exhibition at Ashton Gate on September 27th ?

soVision most definitely are ! Come see us on stands 108 & 109, and also don't miss our "Cloud Computing" seminar, which will take place from 11.00 - 12.00 on the day !

See you there !




soVision - Complete IT Services Provider

Professional and friendly IT Support Services to businesses across Bristol, Bath and throughout the UK responding quickly to fix all your IT problems.

IT SERVICES | BUSINESS IT SUPPORT | BESPOKE WEBSITE DESIGN | CLOUD COMPUTING

Monday, 5 September 2011

Cloud confusion clears over Southwest

Firms and business within the Southwest region of the UK, are actively embracing Cloud Computing. According to a survey carried out by hosted IT service provider Rise, almost 70 per cent of IT decision-makers within the region have moved or will be moving their IT infrastructure from onsite to a Cloud based infrastructure within the next two years.

The survey was conducted at a recent event held in partnership with Rise and Bristol based, IT services specialists, soVision. The event was focused on dispelling the myths and lifting the confusion, which often surrounds Cloud Computing.

The results indicated that despite Southwest businesses showing a willingness to move to a hosted service, there still remains an element of confusion as to all the benefits, which can be seen by migrating to the Cloud. Almost 70 per cent of participants felt they didn’t understand all the benefits that hosted services had to offer and over 90 per cent felt that more education around Cloud Computing was needed.

According to Chris Thompson, IT services director at soVision, the Southwest of the UK is becoming a key champion for Cloud services, with more and more businesses looking to migrate their IT infrastructure: “Cloud Computing is becoming more and more understood and in the Southwest this is no different. Increasingly businesses are waking up to the benefits that Cloud has to offer.

The results from our recent event indicate firms are open to Cloud and are actively seeking information to help lift any confusion they might have. Although some doubts still persist, we are working with the likes of Rise to help eradicate concerns and provide a source of knowledge to local IT decision makers when it comes to hosted services.”

The survey also identified key concerns surrounding Cloud uptake, with over 70 per cent of participants pinpointing lack of confidence, cost and security as reasons why firms may be reluctant to invest in hosted services. Over 85 per cent of participants then went on to highlight that if these misconceptions surrounding Cloud were addressed, more firms would likely invest in a Cloud platform.

The figures indicate that despite some concerns still persisting, a lot of businesses particularly from the Southwest are starting to embrace hosted services. “The results of the survey made for very interesting reading”, said Steve Holford, director at Rise. “Last year was very much opening up businesses to what Cloud is, now we are starting to see firms embracing it. We applaud the work of soVision, they are working with local IT decisions makers to answer the questions they have around hosted services as well as lifting the lid on any confusion they might have. The results from the survey indicate that people are listening to what is being said and it’s great to see the Southwest region embracing new technologies that can help improve their business.”



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Professional and friendly IT Support Services to businesses across Bristol, Bath and throughout the South West responding quickly to fix all your IT problems.

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Tuesday, 30 August 2011

Cloud Computing & Streaming Video

Find out how you can still achieve high quality video streaming using a highly integrated Cloud Computing solution for your business and prevent large exspenditure on over priced solutions such as Citrix.
Cloud Computing & Streaming Video



A very informative website called www.gotothecloud.co is another fantastic information based resource on learning the non-sugar coated version of how the cloud could work for your organisation.

If you have any further questions please feel free to drop us an email at info@sovision.com
or click here to have one of our friendly technology experts get in touch with you to help you with your query in more detail.

Happy Cloud Computing!

soVision - Complete IT Services Provider

Professional and friendly IT Support Services to businesses across Bristol, Bath and throughout the South West responding quickly to fix all your IT problems.

IT SERVICES | BUSINESS IT SUPPORT | BESPOKE WEBSITE DESIGN | CLOUD COMPUTING

Tuesday, 23 August 2011

360Cloud Platform - Hosted Desktop

Find out how a highly integrated Cloud solution works by watching this video. With our Cloud solutions our technology partners can access their business systems from anywhere on any device.

A very informative website called www.gotothecloud.co is another fantastic resource on learning the non-sugar coated version of how the cloud could work for your organisation.

Enjoy the video!





If you have any further questions please feel free to drop us an email at info@sovision.com
or click here to have one of our friendly technology experts get in touch with you to help you with your query in more detail.

Happy Cloud Computing!

soVision - Complete IT Services Provider

Professional and friendly IT Support Services to businesses across Bristol, Bath and throughout the South West responding quickly to fix all your IT problems.

IT SERVICES | BUSINESS IT SUPPORT | BESPOKE WEBSITE DESIGN | CLOUD COMPUTING

Monday, 15 August 2011

soVision - Tech Tips - Internet Explorer 9

What's so great about IE9 and why should you upgrade?

Please enjoy our weekly tech tip to find out....



If you have any further questions please feel free to drop us an email at info@sovision.com
or click here to have one of our friendly technology experts get in touch with you to help you with your query in more detail.

Happy Computing!

soVision - Complete IT Services Provider

Professional and friendly IT Support Services to businesses across Bristol, Bath and throughout the South West responding quickly to fix all your IT problems.

IT SERVICES | BUSINESS IT SUPPORT | BESPOKE WEBSITE DESIGN | CLOUD COMPUTING