--- title: "Cloud Services: Top 5 Benefits of Cloud Managed Services" description: Have you thought of the benefits of cloud-managed services and how these services can better your business? It’s time you learn about these services and how... image: https://www.ais-now.com/hubfs/2023%20Blog%20Images%20Update/cloud-services-top-5-benefits-of-cloud-managed-services.jpg --- [Skip to main content](https://www.ais-now.com/blog/cloud-services-top-5-benefits-of-cloud-managed-services#maincontent) [«  View All Posts](https://www.ais-now.com/learning-center) # Cloud Services: Top 5 Benefits of Cloud Managed Services June 12th, 2024 | 5 min. read By [Marissa Olson](https://www.ais-now.com/blog/author/marissa-olson) ![Top 5 Benefits of Cloud Managed Services](https://www.ais-now.com/hubfs/2023%20Blog%20Images%20Update/cloud-services-top-5-benefits-of-cloud-managed-services.jpg) Your business is important to you, and without exploring different services available to promote growth, such as cloud-managed services, you may be doing your company and employees a disservice. Without cloud services, you can’t compete. Without [managing your cloud services](https://www.ais-now.com/it-services), your business is at risk of security threats, data loss, and the costly downtime that follows. It’s possible you haven’t heard of cloud-managed services or know little about them. So first, let us explain. Cloud-managed services are outsourcing services that help manage your daily IT needs. These services are designed to automate and enhance your business operations. **Depending on your IT needs, a typical cloud services provider can assess and handle:** ###### • Monitoring and reporting of current infrastructure and data center ###### • Performance testing and analytics on all cloud platforms ###### • Backup, security, and recovery ###### • Training and implementation of new or complex tasks and initiatives In many cases, a company's IT department doesn’t have the time to dedicate to assisting an entire organization’s IT infrastructure, or they sometimes don’t possess the skills to monitor and maintain a cloud environment effectively. Remember, whether it’s you or an outside services provider, your data in the cloud has to be managed by someone. [![Guide to Smart IT Investing   Elevate your IT strategy with our comprehensive guide.  ](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/2151016/interactive-164242736501.png) ](https://www.ais-now.com/hs/cta/wi/redirect?encryptedPayload=AVxigLILZG5iyIC8bdy6YZLs7dwHZv5G21ziMxB5fL19s7aYomSXYUqwO5LvvfVEEu2vU%2FfDGzdf4uTlFLcMrsZZS%2BNPnqSkBdMb0yyikdjl4coN%2F1aXVZQxUgG4N%2BSkMSbMnvFBbaxXBRoyyOJwCi1WrZkZu4DxHfu4nRRUptIWKLIt4bvRgKhAzTk6aLn4kbH2u1NpdLyZuR4GCNFa5VQxGcj6bi4M4v1lVI3EXO35TS8DdilWwGy%2BFH2OZpJFRQGzSYjyTlMrJ1X0n5C1SQEd5w2%2F351HAJevZhMDuXXD73nOjJlhNInNaYLtrFrBLT4PDHqnVeFPN6fhNjI%3D&webInteractiveContentId=164242736501&portalId=2151016) If you’re thinking of outsourcing your IT management to a cloud-managed services provider, you’ll want to read our **top 5 benefits of cloud-managed services**. ## Cloud Managed Services: Benefitting Your Business #### 1. Costs-Savings and Predictable Monthly Costs Cloud managed services give you the flexibility to help manage what you’re spending on these services and how often. A great cloud solutions services team allows you to decide how much you’re willing to pay for IT services by having a consistent and predictable monthly bill. By outsourcing your cloud-managed services, you’ll have peace of mind knowing you’re in control of the associated costs. Not to mention, you can even reduce costly network maintenance expenses. Staffing an entire IT department in-house is expensive and often unnecessary for small—to medium-sized businesses with less complex networks or cloud infrastructures. #### 2. Up-to-date Technology Switching to an outsourcing company that helps manage your cloud environment is the first step in future-proofing your information technology hub. Once you do so, you’ll be amazed at the new technology systems and software applications specifically designed to generate money and keep your business safe. When your business hires an in-house “IT guy” or even an IT department, you then have to spend extra time and resources training them. Not to mention paying their salaries and extra benefits, such as 401K and health insurance. Cloud-managed service providers not only cost your company less but are always up to date on the latest and most significant technology trends hitting the market. #### 3. Manage Security and Disaster Recovery Now more than ever, it’s becoming increasingly important to protect your network from cybercriminals and online attacks. What kind of [network security plans](https://www.ais-now.com/blog/is-your-business-at-risk-without-managed-it-services) does your business have in place to help prevent these cyber attacks from occurring? What’s your plan if a cyber attack does, unfortunately, occur? Utilizing cloud-managed services is a great way to stay on top of your network's security, especially when it comes to being proactive instead of reactive. When it comes to protecting your network, it’s always best to nip a security breach in the bud before it can access your files and data. A great cloud-managed services provider offers security and disaster recovery services for your office equipment and files to ensure your big data remains safe and secure across all platforms and applications. In the unfortunate event of a disaster, your business and operations can continue to function without facing hours, or even days, of downtime. #### 4. Quick Response Times / One-Call Resolution One of the best ways to stay on top of all aspects of your business is by having quick resolutions, especially when you’re outsourcing different tasks or services. Your ultimate goal is to find a cloud-managed services provider that resolves service calls that you place to them almost immediately. Even if they can’t initially resolve the problems that are occurring, they should still respond quickly (within 2 hours or less) to let you know they’re on it and working on solutions. Another significant benefit of a cloud-managed services team is that if they truly cater to their customers, they’ll pride themselves on a “one-call resolution.” This means that most service calls placed by customers to the cloud-managed services company are resolved in a single visit. We don’t know about you, but we think returning to full productivity in just one call is priceless! #### 5. Strong Infrastructure    When it comes to your technology, it’s critical to have an [infrastructure that can support your business needs](https://medium.com/@dedicatted/the-importance-of-a-strong-it-infrastructure-for-your-businesss-success-be7120170318) and the needs of your customers and employees. Cloud-managed service providers that offer 24/7 or real-time monitoring and management are ones you shouldn’t pass up. Depending on your service level agreement or contract, your cloud-managed services provider can monitor and scan your network for patch requirements, security, and more. A great cloud-managed services team also spends time making sure the union from your old systems smoothly integrates with the new ones they set into place. This type of cloud migration or digital transformation ensures that the practices and policies you’ve set for your business correspond with any new goals or operations. [![What can a new copier do for my business?  ](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/2151016/interactive-145597815307.png) ](https://www.ais-now.com/hs/cta/wi/redirect?encryptedPayload=AVxigLJMsYvJ4uCqvsKphf94RiKp0UcUWzimG3OobY8wOjphvpzKobN0Z9c3OY62dLw8KzltzxAe351nmGaHppwhortXZwTe3DLumX2v87kLHauJC6PYm8%2FJLCAxcoxHRYTod9uqE8hobcBmwPh51VpYuQY6S%2Fg2uo%2FOKInec16nN5O1%2FGPkgIvFKrMKKHZ%2FB2YjSaYi5NW7%2BNZaEHOtO3nTRgwc8qmWslllJOr%2Fg9vI%2Fw%3D%3D&webInteractiveContentId=145597815307&portalId=2151016) Your Next Steps: Finding a Cloud Provider (H2) Now that you have a better understanding of the benefits of cloud services, it is a great time to learn how to find a well-qualified vendor or provider to partner with. To do so, start by reading our article, [Comparing Managed IT Services Vendors? Here’s What To Focus On](https://www.ais-now.com/blog/compare-managed-it-vendors-what-to-focus-on).   At AIS, we know how important it is to make sure your business runs smoothly, especially in an unfortunate instance of a natural disaster or cyber attack. We’re here to provide you with the knowledge and resources so you know the best ways to protect your business while also saving money in the process. If you’re interested in learning more about managed services or any other services we provide, reach out to one of our business technology consultants [here](https://www.ais-now.com/contact). We’re here to give you peace of mind and help you win more business. [ Marissa Olson ](https://www.ais-now.com/blog/author/marissa-olson) A true southerner from Atlanta, Georgia, Marissa has always had a strong passion for writing and storytelling. She moved out west in 2018 where she became an expert on all things business technology-related as the Content Producer at AIS. Coupled with her knowledge of SEO best practices, she's been integral in catapulting AIS to the digital forefront of the industry. In her free time, she enjoys sipping wine and hanging out with her rescue-dog, WIllow. Basically, she loves wine and dogs, but not whiny dogs. Connect: [mailto:molson@ais-now.com](mailto:molson@ais-now.com) Topics: [ IT Services ](https://www.ais-now.com/blog/topic/it-services) [ Articles ](https://www.ais-now.com/blog/topic/articles) [ All Topics ](https://www.ais-now.com/blog/topic/all-topics) [ All Industries ](https://www.ais-now.com/blog/topic/all-industries) Don't forget to share this post: ## Related Articles [### Why Small IT Problems Turn Into Big Business Problems | TMH Episode 5 June 4th, 2026|2 min read ](https://www.ais-now.com/blog/why-small-it-problems-turn-into-big-business-problems-tmh-episode-5) [### What Are The Top 3 Video Surveillance Brands For My Business? 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