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Why cloud software?

Published on Nov 20, 2015

Why use cloud software for your business?

PRESENTATION OUTLINE

Why cloud software?

How it can help your business
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Some history

  • Business Software used to be installed on your computer
  • It was expensive
  • It was complex and hard to use
  • You had to have a specific computer
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Those days are gone

There's a better way 

The Web Centric World

  • Growing broadband internet connectivity
  • Browser compatibility, not computer compatibility
  • Smartphones become prolific
  • Websites grow to become Web Applications
  • Traditional business software looks dated
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Web Applications Explode

  • Innovative new ways of developing software grow
  • Web applications become polished, mature
  • Supplemented with SmartPhone Apps
  • Supporting always-on, offline and everything between
  • Ease of use is key - new user must be able to jump in
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Freemium Model

  • Wild west style rush to gain users = many apps free 
  • Supported by ads, affiliate links or VC funding
  • Free to start, paid options for more powerful features
  • Freemium - premium features for a fee after free entry
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Benefits of Cloud Apps

  • Low barrier to entry - minimal cost to try
  • Users vote with their feet
  • No or low learning curve
  • Continuous improvement and enhancements
  • Access anywhere
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Overwhelming choice

  • Hundreds of options
  • Overlapping functionality
  • Not all will survive
  • How to minimise risk of choosing the wrong app?
  • Need guidance to cut through the noise
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FreemiumTools.com


Your guide to the right cloud software for your business

At http://freemiumtools.com you'll find helpful guides to cloud software for your business. Advice on the best tools for a variety of business topics from productivity, travel, collaboration with teams and marketing.