5 reasons why it is worth developing a cloud application

Cloud-based application development is on the rise

Cloud-based application development is a convenient alternative to local servers and complete server rooms that can be accessed using remote IT resources. All you need is an internet connection and you can easily store, network, analyze or run complex software.

In Hungary, the development of cloud-based applications exploded around 2012-2014, because the speed of the Internet at that time reached the level that, in addition to being functional, provided effective data access. In the last 10 years, with the advent of increasingly smart mobile devices, it has become a part of everyday life.

1. Available from anywhere and at any time

One of the biggest advantages of cloud services is that they can be accessed from anywhere, regardless of device. They are also very useful in the corporate sphere, because by logging into the application, the same information and files can be accessed from home as at work.

Thanks to synchronization and automatic backups, thousands of businesses have opted for cloud-based application development during the pandemic.

At AP4 Digital, for example, we have developed cloud-based software for Ferro-Sped 2000 Ltd., which deals with international transport. During the custom application development, we had to meet diverse needs, because in FerroApp it was a task to integrate not only back-office workflows, but also the daily administration of drivers.

2. Cloud-based app development is budget-friendly

Because custom application development can be done without proprietary hardware and software, there is no more cost-effective solution for companies than cloud software.

The economic advantage of cloud-based application development is

● does not directly burden the power grid of the enterprise,

● does not require in-house dedicated labor,

● no need to maintain a separate room for its operation,

● creates an infrastructure that works without expanding the asset pool.

In addition, the expansion of cloud-based application development can also be done relatively cheaply, because instead of buying new servers, this task is also within the competence of the operating company.

3. Data security guaranteed

In custom application development, the cloud-based interface rented by the company can also be endowed with extra security settings. In addition to the almost basic backups, protection against data leaks and special data storage safes can be requested, with which it is possible to guarantee that the data of the enterprise does not fall into unauthorized hands.

Moreover, cloud-based application development also minimizes errors caused by inattention, because based on the data retention interval stipulated in the contract, it provides a fast backup process even in the event of a possible data deletion.

4. It works stably 24 hours a day

One of the biggest advantages of cloud-based application development is that smooth operation depends solely on the speed of the Internet, so the risk of failures and downtime can also be almost completely excluded.

Although the data may not be available for a short period of time, by outsourcing the operation, a professional team immediately begins troubleshooting such errors.

At AP4 Digital, for example, we have already experienced over the years what are the strongest and most reliable data centers on a global scale (e.g. Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud and Heroku), which almost never require more than a few minutes of maintenance.

5. Helps colleagues collaborate

Employees of enterprises using cloud-based software can quickly, easily and securely share information essential to everyday workflows, thereby increasing the efficiency of the company.

The huge advantage of custom application development is that

● employees can see the changes in real time, edit files together,

● on the built-in communication channel they can connect to company meetings from any device and from anywhere,

● they can more effectively replace the workforce on leave,

● control pending workflows more quickly,

● and can guarantee the accessibility of work materials with backups.

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At AP4 Digital, we have been developing cloud-based applications for years. Find out more about the solutions that fit your business needs in a free consultation.