Cloud Computing Guidelines for SMEs and Microenterprises

A Guide to Cloud Computing for SMEs and microenterprises’ eBook was launched this morning by the Hon Josè Herrera, Parliamentary Secretary for Competitiveness and Economic Growth during a conference jointly organised by the Malta Communications Authority (MCA) and the Malta Information Technology Agency (MITA).

The Hon Herrera emphasised the importance for such enterprises to use the right technology to maximise their outputs. He stated that ‘The right technology can lead to greater efficiency for such businesses, which can only lead to greater productivity and sustainable economic growth.’

The eBook provides a wealth of information for SMEs and microenterprises, including the benefits of cloud computing, the different solutions available on the market, how to select the right vendor to ensure their business needs are met and a step-by-step guide on how to go about introducing and implementing a cloud computing solution.

‘This eBook is yet another step forward in our drive to support the local business community in keeping up with the latest technological developments,’ continued the Hon. Herrera.

Held at the Le Meridien Hotel St. Julian’s, this conference specifically targeted SMEs and microenterprises and focused on the benefits of and challenges in implementing cloud based solutions for such businesses. SME’s from different industries actively participated in the discussion which was led by local and foreign experts on the subject.

The Cloud Computing Guidelines for SMEs and Microenterprises can be downloaded here.