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How South African SMEs can unlock innovation and cut costs by 25% with cloud computing


Published on 2024-11-28 08:00:37 - Bill Williamson, WOPRAI
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  • Cloud computing offers South African SMEs a pathway to optimise their operations, drive innovation, and make more money.

The article from BusinessTech discusses how South African Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) can leverage cloud computing to drive innovation and reduce costs by up to 25%. It highlights that cloud technology offers SMEs access to scalable resources, allowing them to expand or contract their IT needs without significant capital expenditure. This flexibility not only helps in managing costs but also in fostering innovation by providing tools for data analytics, AI, and machine learning which can be integrated into business operations. The article points out that cloud services can reduce the need for physical infrastructure, thereby lowering maintenance and energy costs. Additionally, it mentions the benefits of enhanced security, disaster recovery, and the ability to work remotely, which are crucial in today's business environment. The piece also references a study by Sage, indicating that SMEs adopting cloud solutions have seen a significant reduction in operational costs, alongside an increase in productivity and competitiveness.

Read the Full businesstech.co.za Article at [ https://businesstech.co.za/news/industry-news/801924/how-south-african-smes-can-unlock-innovation-and-cut-costs-by-25-with-cloud-computing/ ]
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