Technological advancement regularly introduces new working models. An exemplary case of this is the innovative working model of cloudworking. This involves a workpool offered by cloud providers, which revolutionizes work processes through remote capabilities.
Cloudworking allows work projects to be undertaken by people from anywhere in the world, facilitating global collaboration and overcoming geographical barriers. Well-known platforms that enable cloudworking include Dropbox and Google Drive. Of course, cloudworking is not possible in all professions. For example, the legal industry, including law firms, cannot fully benefit from cloudworking, as it could jeopardize attorney-client privilege.
Innovative cloudworking offers many advantages for practicing companies. On the one hand, it can save costs immensely, and on the other hand, cloudworking provides great flexibility in terms of working methods, as you can work from anywhere in the world, provided you have the necessary technical infrastructure. The increasingly important aspect of sustainability, which is promoted by cloudworking, should not be underestimated. Remote work options, such as working from home, make physical presence at the workplace unnecessary in certain professions, reducing traffic and paper usage, for example. In fact, the cloud is not considered a workplace but rather a storage space. Additionally, it offers the opportunity to employ the most suitable candidates, regardless of their global location. This contributes to efficiency in the company and exponentially increases productivity. Furthermore, it allows for the creation of a network of employees around the world, which can enhance the company's global reputation by elevating daily work to an international level.
However, cloudworking as a flexible working method comes with risks, as relevant documents are shared on shared platforms. This poses a risk that cybercriminals could successfully attack the cloud being used.
It is important to emphasize that not every industry provides the conditions for cloudworking. To make the cloud a secure and efficient workspace, it is crucial to implement appropriate security measures. We at TI (IT Solutions) AG are here to assist you, both in advising and designing an optimal working infrastructure through cloudworking and in training your employees on secure work practices.