It’s no secret that modern businesses are more dependent on technology than ever before. Most of us probably can’t even imagine getting through our work day without access to a computer. With so many options available to you, choosing the right technology solutions for your business can be difficult. Here are three of the services you’ll need for the complete IT package.
CRM Software
CRM, short for customer relationship management, software is designed to help businesses build relationships with their customers in an effort to increase sales. Depending on the kind of business you run, you may be better suited to an on-demand, software-as-a-service model as opposed to an on-site solution. The former will be more suited to smaller teams, and also gives you the flexibility of utilising the software while on the go. On-site deployment, on the other hand, often offers greater customization as well as an added focus on security. Fortunately, many leading CRM providers, such as Salesforce, now offer their software both in the cloud and on-site, so you can choose the approach that works best for you.
Test Automation
Test automation is the process of creating code to perform automated tests for your software. These kinds of tools have been around since the beginning of the computing industry, and can go a long way in reducing the amount of time it takes to run repetitive tasks. For example, web browsers are constantly releasing new versions. The current version of Chrome is numbered 54.0.2840. If you want to see how your web application performs across different version numbers, running an automated web testing tool is the best approach. Third-party specialists like Sogetti can help you create custom programs to further improve the efficiency of your own business.
Web Hosting
Whatever type of business you run, you need a professional website. There are three main types of web hosting: shared, virtual private server, and dedicated server. Shared hosting is your cheapest solution, but it could impact overall performance. As you share resources with others, if someone else’s site is using a lot of data it could slow down your own site. A dedicated server will give you complete control, and are recommended for sites that expect to experience a lot of traffic. Finally, a virtual server is the middle that’s ideal for most startups. While you will technically share the same physical machine with others, you’ll have a guaranteed amount of resources available to you.