A question that may be on your mind as a business owner is “how does DaaS help the productivity of my team?” While some would think increased productivity means increased profits, others would believe it means decreased costs. Both are right!
Let’s first look at how DaaS improves team performance. When your remote workforce has a virtual workspace, they are not limited to one location, one building, or even one company’s facility. Being able to work from anywhere makes their productivity skyrocket because they no longer have to be confined to a certain location (unless you want them in your office for some reason).
What is DaaS?
Desktop as a Service (DaaS) is a subscription-based service in which your company manages its employees’ desktop operating systems remotely. The main benefit of DaaS is that it provides businesses with the same functionality as an onsite PC or Mac at a fraction of the cost (and without having to invest in hardware).
The advantages don’t end there; DaaS can also provide management and tracking capabilities, allowing you to keep an eye on the activities of your employees. For more information on how DaaS can improve productivity within your organization, check out this blog post!
Now that we have looked at why DaaS is a great investment for businesses, let’s talk about how it helps companies reduce costs.
#1 – Reduced IT Costs
DaaS helps companies reduce IT costs for several reasons. By using DaaS, employees no longer need their own desktop PCs/Macs to do office work (the virtual workspace replaces the need for physical office space). This means companies will save money by not having to purchase or maintain individual computers.
It also means that your employees will no longer have to pay for their own Office 365 subscriptions; we can provide those services at a low rate as part of the DaaS service.
#2 – Limited or No Upfront Costs
Another great thing about DaaS is the fact that there is very little upfront cost and no commitment required (unlike onsite infrastructure, which requires a large upfront cost, and tech staff to monitor the hardware). It may seem strange that service with virtually no cost can be affordable, but it’s true!
You can also cancel your service at any time, which means you will never be locked into a long-term contract that forces you to pay whether or not you use the service. As an added bonus, most companies offer short-term contracts to allow businesses to try out DaaS.
So why are there no upfront costs? Well, by outsourcing your IT hardware, you are taking over the responsibilities of an IT department. DaaS providers have teams that handle everything from maintenance to security updates to technical support. This enables us to pass the savings on to you by not charging for individual computers or updating them regularly.
#3 – Easy to Scale
Scaling is one of those things that can cause a lot of headaches as your company grows. Instead of needing to purchase new hardware as your company expands, it’s much more cost-effective for you to scale up or down with DaaS. This enables companies to have built-in agility and increases the chances of success in today’s business environment.
#4 – Improved Up-Time
As mentioned above, DaaS providers have teams that handle all of the hardware maintenance and security updates for you. This not only reduces up-time (because downtime equals money wasted), it also makes sure your computers are always up to date with the latest patches and security features.
#5 – Cloud-Based Storage
One of the most common features found in DaaS is cloud-based storage. Some DaaS providers even give you unlimited space, which can save employees lots of time that would have otherwise been spent backing up personal computers or emailing files to themselves.
#6 – Access Anytime, Anywhere
Employees can access their virtual desktops from anywhere, anytime. All they need is an internet connection and their cloud-based files stored in the DaaS provider’s secure data center. This means your employees can work on projects while out of town or at home if they are not able to make it into the office for whatever reason.
#7 – Improved Security
Improved security is one of the biggest benefits our DaaS customers enjoy after moving their infrastructure to a secure cloud data center. In addition to already having security measures in place, we also handle all of your company’s updates and technical support. This ensures that hackers will not be able to; 1) break into your servers and steal any sensitive or personal information, or 2) infect random computers with malware/viruses.
#8 – Greater Flexibility
Another benefit to DaaS is greater flexibility when it comes to hardware requirements. Your company can expand or contract easily when demand increases or decreases, whereas onsite infrastructures are much more rigid in their demands. This means your business will be better equipped to handle changes in your business, and you will be more prepared for the future.
Bottom Line
DaaS is changing the way companies think about their IT infrastructure. It’s easier to manage, more cost-effective, and will give your company a competitive advantage over other businesses that don’t outsource their IT needs.
Make sure to use this article as a starting point for your own research and tools to help improve your IT strategy.
