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A Decision Table for the Cloud Computing Decision in Small Business

A Decision Table for the Cloud Computing Decision in Small Business

Sathiadev Mahesh, Brett J. L. Landry, T. Sridhar, Kenneth R. Walsh
Copyright: © 2011 |Volume: 24 |Issue: 3 |Pages: 17
ISSN: 1040-1628|EISSN: 1533-7979|EISBN13: 9781613505250|DOI: 10.4018/irmj.2011070102
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Mahesh, Sathiadev, et al. "A Decision Table for the Cloud Computing Decision in Small Business." IRMJ vol.24, no.3 2011: pp.9-25. http://doi.org/10.4018/irmj.2011070102

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Mahesh, S., Landry, B. J., Sridhar, T., & Walsh, K. R. (2011). A Decision Table for the Cloud Computing Decision in Small Business. Information Resources Management Journal (IRMJ), 24(3), 9-25. http://doi.org/10.4018/irmj.2011070102

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Mahesh, Sathiadev, et al. "A Decision Table for the Cloud Computing Decision in Small Business," Information Resources Management Journal (IRMJ) 24, no.3: 9-25. http://doi.org/10.4018/irmj.2011070102

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Abstract

An issue facing the manager of a small business is the use of cloud computing to meet the information technology (IT) needs of the firm. These businesses typically have limited in-house IT capabilities and often outsource much of their IT. This paper discusses this rapidly evolving technology and provides a framework for businesses to decide on harnessing the power of cloud computing. It recommends the appropriate decision based on the way in which IT is currently used in the enterprise and future needs to meet competitive challenges. The potential cost savings, technology insurance from cloud computing, and security risks are discussed and factored into the decision.

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