Thinking About Moving to the Cloud but concerned about security, compliance to legislation such as HIPAA, and the privacy of your data?
We understand. We’ve been helping companies work comfortably and securely in the cloud since its inception. We’ve taken the time to vet cloud applications and assets. We will recommend a solution for both security and compliance to the high demands of legislative and industry standards.
Access your data and tools from anywhere with secure, scalable cloud services that grow with your business.
What is The Cloud and Cloud Services?
The cloud environment refers to a virtual space where computing resources—like servers, storage, databases, networking, software, and more—are delivered over the internet (“the cloud”) instead of being hosted locally on your physical devices.
Using cloud services offers many advantages for small businesses, especially those looking to stay flexible, secure, and cost-effective. Here are the key benefits:
“If everything is working well here on site, why should I think about moving to the cloud?”
- Cost-efficient
- Helps you stay competitive
- Reduce your in-house support and hardware costs while enhancing data security.
- Allows you to leverage mobile workflows.
How Can ACT Help Your Business Within a Cloud Environment?
Cloud IT Services for Small Business
- Spin your server up in the cloud within 8 hours if your internal server dies.
- Keep your technology dependent workflows enabled – even if your facility is gone due to fire, flood, or storm.
- Host your applications (such as Office 365, QuickBooks, and industry-specific applications) in the cloud for mobile workflow and redundancy.
- Secure and ensure the compliance of mobile devices.
- Mirror your computers and servers in the cloud through virtualization and use those assets when needed.
- Ensure compliant and secure geo-redundant data backup.
“I personally have little to no IT experience and I’m sure some of my questions seem very basic, but the staff at ACT never make me feel like I’m bothering them with basic questions. They are always very thorough and work with me to get answers and problems solved.”
“The knowledge base is amazing. If I have a problem with something the solution is usually provided right away or is researched and provided.”
“The biggest benefit of having ACT as our IT service provider is knowing that they are only a phone call away for tremendous service, whether it is an emergency situation or just a general inquire or recommendation on tech issues or equipment.”
“They have a great knowledge of our system, and even of the people using it. The service feels very personalized. The availability and the responsiveness make us feel like we have our own internal IT team.”
“I want to thank you for your help and the recovery of all the damaged files after the recent malware attack. It was a huge help to me and my company and I appreciate that you spent the extra time during the weekend to make sure everything was back to normal.”
“ACT is a wonderful company. All the employees are extremely professional, always helpful and very knowledgeable based on our experiences. If there isn’t an immediate answer, ACT will work until they have one and explain the issue and the fix so that we understand. No one would be disappointed in hiring ACT!”
Cloud Computing FAQs
Not with the right support. We handle the entire migration process—planning, data transfer, setup, testing, and training—so you can move to the cloud with minimal disruption to your business operations.
Absolutely. Cloud-based backups ensure your data is securely stored and easily restorable in the event of accidental deletion, cyberattacks, or hardware failure. We offer automated backup and full disaster recovery planning as part of our managed IT services.
Cloud costs are typically monthly and subscription-based, which means you only pay for what you use. We offer flexible plans based on your number of users, storage needs, and level of support. Our goal is to keep your IT both effective and affordable.
Many cloud services have offline access features, and we can help set up redundant internet connections or local backups to minimize downtime. We also monitor your systems to ensure quick recovery if interruptions occur.
- Public cloud: Shared infrastructure (like Microsoft Azure or Google Cloud) with high scalability and cost efficiency
- Private cloud: Dedicated environment for your business, offering greater control and customization
- Hybrid cloud: Combines both, allowing some resources to be public while others remain private
We’ll help you choose the right model based on your business needs, security requirements, and budget.
In most cases, yes. Many cloud solutions integrate with popular tools like Microsoft 365, QuickBooks, CRMs, and project management platforms. We’ll assess your current setup and make sure cloud integration works smoothly for your team.
Yes—when properly configured, cloud platforms are highly secure. We implement strong security protocols such as encryption, two-factor authentication, firewalls, and secure access controls to protect your data from cyber threats and unauthorized access.
Cloud services offer:
- Lower upfront costs (no expensive hardware)
- Scalability as your business grows
- Remote access to files and systems from anywhere
- Improved collaboration between team members
- Built-in security and data backup options
