May 17, 2022
Four benefits of cloud VPN for your company
Cloud computing opens up plenty of possibilities, including cloud-based virtual private networks (VPNs). In terms of flexibility, cost, efficiency and security features, this new generation of VPN outperforms older models.
For businesses that often transmit sensitive or confidential information, establishing a secure connection on a private network is critical. Governments, educational institutions and financial organisations require a secure network that connects devices in different geographic locations or connects employees directly to data centres or company offices.
Cloud-based software can be used to create a VPN that encrypts data and allows it to be safely shared. Users can be verified and authenticated during the login process using cloud-based VPNs. These offer the same security features as hardware-based VPNs, but at a fraction of the cost and they protect against both internal and external threats.
SEACOM Business offers a range of cloud services, including enterprise-grade VPNs that are suitable for large organisations requiring advanced security. In partnership with leading cyber security organisations, SEACOM Business’s cloud VPN protects users from all types of security threats, allowing companies to save on costs and enjoy streamlined IT management.
1. Cloud VPNs provide improved security
New technologies are frequently regarded with skepticism, but cloud computing is here to stay. Businesses can only avoid the cloud for so long before becoming obsolete in the digital age. Cloud-based solutions are built with cutting-edge security features and one of the key advantages of cloud security is the ability to predict and prevent zero-day attacks using machine learning.
Traditional cybersecurity software can only protect itself against known viruses and cyberattacks. Cloud-based security entails continuous monitoring of the entire system, the detection of weaknesses, and the application of artificial intelligence to neutralise threats.
Since data is used to mitigate cybersecurity threats, VPNs that run on the cloud have the best network security. Businesses can rest assured that their network is fully secure when they use powerful endpoint encryption and a private gateway on their cloud VPN.
2. Direct access to cloud-based applications
Traditional VPNs are becoming obsolete, especially now that high-speed data transfers are the norm. When using PC-based VPNs, users must first be routed to a data centre before being granted access to a software as a service (SaaS) tool. This slows everything down and consumes a lot of bandwidth.
Cloud-based VPNs provide more direct and faster access to apps. Large companies can now use anywhere from 20 to 200 SaaS apps, with employees using them on a regular basis. Cloud VPNs enable substantially faster connectivity, ensuring that daily operations within the company function smoothly.
3. Cloud VPN provides a secure connection for remote collaboration
If there's one thing businesses have learned in recent years, it's to expect the unexpected. Offices were forced to close in a matter of weeks and companies were forced to reinvent themselves with employees working from home. Companies with a flexible mindset and a strong digital strategy that embraced cloud computing proved to be the most resilient.
Employees can access corporate networks from anywhere via the cloud and, with a cloud-based VPN, all business data, files and communication can be kept secure. Executives can use VPNs to stay connected to their colleagues while on business trips. Employees have the ability to travel to areas where many voice over internet protocol (VoIP) services are unavailable. In some regions of the world, access to Skype, WhatsApp, Facebook and Google might be difficult without a VPN.
Not all employees are concerned with security, and the bring your own device (BYOD) trend means that many employees are connecting their personal smartphones and laptops to company networks. Company devices that are connected to public WiFi, especially free public WiFi, are extremely easy to hack.
4. Cloud VPN provides a better user experience
SEACOM Business's cloud solutions are designed to be user-friendly not just for employees, but also for the IT team in charge of implementation and management. All parts of its functionality and setup have been designed with usr experience (UX) in mind. Traditional VPNs require manual configuration. This leaves a lot of room for human error when setting up the network on each employee’s device.
Companies can save money on their in-house technology by using our managed service. SEACOM Business deals with the deployment, maintenance and operation of cloud services, setting up the necessary cloud architecture quickly and easily. There is no need for specialised hardware or software with cloud VPNs, and there are no vendor lock-ins - allowing businesses to quickly scale their digital operations.
User verification with a cloud VPN can use two-factor authentication, biometrics, or single sign on (SSO). The ability to verify users contributes to network security. More users can be added quickly and access to other users can be restricted just as fast. The cloud simplifies management by allowing all configuration to be done from a centralised console. This provides better visibility into the company network as well as greater transparency into what is happening on the network overall.
Cloud VPN is designed for enterprises
Businesses can use our cloud services to access the next generation of VPN. Cloud VPNs outperform traditional ones, in terms of cost-cutting, ease of deployment and management, and security. Large companies that handle confidential or sensitive data must employ the most advanced levels of cyber security available.
These benefits are available with cloud-based VPNs, making future-proofing large enterprises in today's digital revolution more affordable. For more information or to get a quote for our cloud solutions, email us at marketing@seacom.com or leave us a message.
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