Virtualisation: What It Could Do For Your Business

Last updated on December 13, 2015

Your very own virtual data space

Because you don’t require hardware for your IT tasks, it is easier to transfer data to different people, whether it’s other employees or external clients. It is also easier to update to new technologies, improve your business’s productivity and transfer data through an integrated virtual data network that can be accessed by anyone in your cloud network.

Greater business mobility

Because of the versatility of virtualisation, business owners are in a better position to expand their companies and make serious decisions, knowing that they have the infrastructure and the tools they need to take on new clients or recruit new employees. Thus, you can operate a business that is significantly more agile and ready to exploit new opportunities.

Cut your emissions

With fewer devices in use, businesses can also reduce their carbon footprint when they adapt to virtualisation. Many governments across the world have already implemented guidelines on carbon emissions, and many others are even offering incentives for businesses who improve their energy efficiency.

A more functional hosting system

Different departments and individuals can be permitted to access specific data systems on a virtual network, while the entire network will be in the control of the IT department. People no longer have to send attachments or transfer memory sticks; all the information your company needs can be accessed simultaneously on the virtual network.

A virtual network doesn’t age

Unlike hardware, which gradually deteriorates over time and needs to be replaced every so often, virtual networks do not age or suffer from any decline in performance in the long term. Virtual networks also use much less power because of the lack of hardware required, which also helps businesses reduce their overheads costs.

Enables more telecommuting

Virtual technology allows people to work from practically any location, as long as they have access to a reliable internet connection. You can enable employees with young children to work from home full-time or part-time or hire independent contractors to work from home whenever you need some extra help when your business is stretched. When you’re away abroad, it will be easier for you to check up on your business from time to time through a centralised cloud-based server. You don’t have to worry about remembering to bring your memory stick with you for work, nor do you need to save files on your home PC, as everything you need will be in the virtual network.

Choose the technology that’s right for your business

As virtualisation technology becomes increasingly complex and expands, businesses need to decide which servers are best suited to their needs and whether they have any continued need to operate with physical servers in concern. One of the main concerns over virtualisation is the potential for data in a universal server to be accessed by individuals or entities that do not have the privilege to access the information, inadvertently, of course. Consequently, many businesses may still feel more comfortable operating with a mix of physical and virtual servers, at least for the time being.

Damian Coates is the Commercial Accounts Director at Utilize, an award-winning IT support company based in Romford, Essex and serving businesses in London, Kent, Essex and the Home Counties