The average internal IT systems tends to last 3 to 4
years, during this time, all of the following will contribute to total
cost:
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Hardware and maintenance - servers and PCs
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Software and maintenance - server and desktops
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Communications - WANs and VPNs
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Services - installation of hardware, software
and networking
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Salary of staff or contractors
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Backups - hardware and time spent performing
and testing
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Security - physical security, firewalls and
time spent administering
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Cost
of downtime
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Lower productivity - collaboration and remote
access
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Loss of cash flow - up front capital costs that
could be invested on generating profits
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Internal Solution
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The Hosted Office Network |
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Worry about data loss and security
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Worry about the weather
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"It's a hardware problem, call..."
"NO, it's a software problem, call..."
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Call one helpdesk for coordinated support
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Only access your data from the office PC from 9 to 5
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Access your data anywhere, anytime from any basic PC
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IT Budget? Very hard to predict and control
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Visible and predictable monthly payments
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Pay upfront for your hardware and software
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Pay monthly for your IT systems in line with your business requirements
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