Latest articles by Lesley Meall
Cloud ready-reckoner: how to count the cost
In-depth Moving to cloud can entail a calculation on the return on investment - what are the factors to consider?
CRM: don't just think of it as for the big players
In-depth CRM has been a major part of corporate software for some years now but it can offer much to small businesses too
Data ownership in the cloud could prove to be a thorny legal issue
In-depth Cloud resource use needs to be managed if employees and employers are to avoid data ownership and legal liability issues
Cloud computing costs: The meter is running
In-depth Getting detailed information on the cost of cloud resource consumption isn’t easy, but it is getting easier
Mergers and acquisitions: how cloud helps the process
In-depth Mergers are tricky things to get right - and a big headache for IT departments, but cloud could help soothe the process
Cloud computing skills - learn to be an angel
In-depth Cloud architects are not from Venus, despite the current received wisdom but techies do need a broader skillset
Easy money: how cloud computing lets the cash flow
In-depth The cash flow benefits of adopting cloud-based software extend beyond the pay-as-you-go approach
Join the crowd: Alternatives to traditional cloud financing
In-depth Crowdfunding offers alternatives to traditional business finance, but there are legal and taxation complications, as Lesley Meall discovers
How to keep an eye on cloud costs throughout your organisation
In-depth How can businesses keep track of their tech costs when assets are no longer being bought solely by the IT department?
Cash in the clouds - the pros and cons of SaaS-based payroll
In-depth Payroll is a prime candidate when it comes to moving apps from on-premise but what are the issues of moving to SaaS delivery?
Adopting SaaS - some practical considerations
In-depth Opting for software as a service means that you have to make various changes within your company infrastructure
