Migrating computing environments to the cloud offers organizations many benefits if done correctly. Companies can take advantage of the scalability and flexibility offered by cloud providers which can often lead to cost savings as resources are used more efficiently. For many small and mid-size enterprises, the cloud offers the only way to gain access to cutting-edge technology and high-performance computing solutions. Software as a service (SaaS) enables the introduction of new applications into the environment without the overhead of in-house support. 

The benefits of migrating IT systems to the cloud are well-documented. Enhanced flexibility and cost savings are two of the advantages enjoyed by organizations when moving part of their computing environment to the cloud. Gartner estimates that the worldwide public cloud market will top $266 billion in 2020 and will continue to exhibit substantial growth in the next several years. 

Many benefits can be obtained when companies take advantage of cloud computing. Among the most attractive are the scalability and cost-effectiveness available by engaging public cloud providers. The flexibility afforded by using cloud resources enables an enterprise to pay for what they need and easily add or remove capacity as required. Another reason for using the cloud is to leverage services or capabilities that cannot be replicated on-premises due to a lack of technical or physical resources.