Small town SMEs make a beeline for cloud-based services

Twelve years ago, a developer from Haryana wanted to provide a solution to the mass population of India. In the process, he would tackle a much bigger opportunity by starting a web hosting business.

Noida-headquartered MicroHost Cloud currently services more than 9,000 clients, most of which are from South-East Asia. Manoj Dhanda, founder & CTO at MicroHost Cloud talks to TOI about rising demand from smaller towns and cities as SMEs look to expand their businesses. Excerpts:
What is the objective behind MicroHost?

MicroHost Cloud, a cloud platform, solves the problem of the cloud's complexity, making it simple and affordable. As a result, customers can save up to 70% of cloud costs and speed up their digital transformation journey.

Another factor which MicroHost focused on is human support, which is rarely seen with other cloud providers. This makes it easier for customers to get help when they need it. As a result, MicroHost is a cloud platform that is easy to use, affordable, and fast, with simplicity as its trademark.

Which sector is MicroHost seeing maximum growth from?
We see massive potential in the ERP/CRM industry, fintech, and Cloud Telephony. All these industries are growing rapidly and offer great opportunities for businesses to improve their operations and bottom line.

In addition, these industries offer great career opportunities for professionals with the right skills and knowledge. Here are some key reasons why we see such strong growth in these industries:

What kind of business are you seeing from tier 2 and tier 3 cities?
In recent years, there has been a shift among small and medium-sized businesses from tier 2 and 3 cities toward the use of cloud-based services. This trend is driven by the need for greater agility and flexibility in the face of ever-changing market conditions. By moving to the cloud, SMBs can take advantage of new technologies and scale their operations quickly and efficiently.

In addition, cloud-based solutions often offer a lower total cost of ownership than on-premises solutions. As a result, more and more SMBs from tier 2 and 3 cities are turning to the cloud to help them meet their business goals.

How is cloud computing evolving?

Cloud computing is evolving rapidly as more and more businesses seek to take advantage of its flexibility and scalability. In particular, the rise of artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things is driving demand for cloud-based solutions that can handle large amounts of data.

One of the most significant recent trends has been the move to cloud-based software-as-a-service (SaaS) applications. These applications are designed to be accessed via the internet, allowing users to avoid installing and maintaining complex software on their own computers. Users can also simply log in to the cloud-based app and start using it immediately.



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