Last Sunday saw the Texans smash the Tennessee Titans 41-7, to start the season at a 4-3 record. With Texans fans hungry for a winning season and playoff success, we think that the Houston Texans could apply some cloud computing principals in an alternate universe for more success.
Here are a few benefits of the cloud that could help the Houston Texans as they push for a playoff spot. [editor's note: I am not claiming any of these are rational and/or possible]
1. Reduced Costs
Cloud computing reduces overall IT costs such as hardware, software and networking management. In addition, cloud computing offers a pay-as-you-go scale.
With the current NFL salary cap at $120 million dollars, wouldn't the Texans love to save money with the cloud? I would say, start with WR Jacoby Jones, who's $10 million contract isn't living up to the production (1 TD in 6 games is making is hard for some fans to justify the cost).
2. Disaster Recovery
Houston is the best at recognizing the importance of having company data stored in the cloud, rather than a server room where hurricanes, fires or power loss can ruin your business's productivity or even worse, lose your memory. Having a solid backup recovery in the event of a disaster is crucial to your business.
Similarly in the NFL, injuries are a part of the game but it doesn't hurt to have a great disaster recovery plan. When RB Arian Foster missed two of the Texans first three games, Ben Tate stepped in and filled in admirably as the Texans went 2-1. With Pro Bowl WR Andre Johnson still out with an injured hamstring, the Texans probably wish they had a similar disaster recovery option at receiver, going 1-2 since Johnson's injury. Too add another problem, star LB Mario Williams will miss the rest of the season...who will be the backup plan?
3. Remote Access and Mobility
With the cloud employees, partners and clients can access and update information and files wherever they are. In today's business environment, staying in communication and in control of responsibilities is vital for employees and with cloud computing, they can access all the information needed to stay efficient and effective away from the office.
The Texans road win at Tennessee was their second road win of the season, but it's interesting to note that Coach Kubiak's road record is currently 14-29 as the Texan's coach. Imagine a cloud computing environment, where Matt Schaub's passes were just as crisp and accurate in Indianapolis, as in the friendly confines of Reliant Stadium. Imagine a team that was unfazed by the crowd at Pittsburgh or Baltimore. When you migrate your systems to cloud computing, it's like having home field advantage anywhere.
With the unofficial midway point at the NFL season, Houston will be alive and electric, hoping for the Texans to make the final push for their first ever playoff appearance. The fans here at IS Support wish them luck and maybe even remember to apply some "cloud" principles into their team strategy.
Since it's unlikely we will get a call from Coach Kubiak, we'd like to help your business apply cloud computing to your advantage. If you're interested in how the cloud can help your company grow, please visit our website or call 866-370-7142.
Here are a few benefits of the cloud that could help the Houston Texans as they push for a playoff spot. [editor's note: I am not claiming any of these are rational and/or possible]
1. Reduced Costs
Cloud computing reduces overall IT costs such as hardware, software and networking management. In addition, cloud computing offers a pay-as-you-go scale.
With the current NFL salary cap at $120 million dollars, wouldn't the Texans love to save money with the cloud? I would say, start with WR Jacoby Jones, who's $10 million contract isn't living up to the production (1 TD in 6 games is making is hard for some fans to justify the cost).
2. Disaster Recovery
Houston is the best at recognizing the importance of having company data stored in the cloud, rather than a server room where hurricanes, fires or power loss can ruin your business's productivity or even worse, lose your memory. Having a solid backup recovery in the event of a disaster is crucial to your business.
Similarly in the NFL, injuries are a part of the game but it doesn't hurt to have a great disaster recovery plan. When RB Arian Foster missed two of the Texans first three games, Ben Tate stepped in and filled in admirably as the Texans went 2-1. With Pro Bowl WR Andre Johnson still out with an injured hamstring, the Texans probably wish they had a similar disaster recovery option at receiver, going 1-2 since Johnson's injury. Too add another problem, star LB Mario Williams will miss the rest of the season...who will be the backup plan?
3. Remote Access and Mobility
With the cloud employees, partners and clients can access and update information and files wherever they are. In today's business environment, staying in communication and in control of responsibilities is vital for employees and with cloud computing, they can access all the information needed to stay efficient and effective away from the office.
The Texans road win at Tennessee was their second road win of the season, but it's interesting to note that Coach Kubiak's road record is currently 14-29 as the Texan's coach. Imagine a cloud computing environment, where Matt Schaub's passes were just as crisp and accurate in Indianapolis, as in the friendly confines of Reliant Stadium. Imagine a team that was unfazed by the crowd at Pittsburgh or Baltimore. When you migrate your systems to cloud computing, it's like having home field advantage anywhere.
With the unofficial midway point at the NFL season, Houston will be alive and electric, hoping for the Texans to make the final push for their first ever playoff appearance. The fans here at IS Support wish them luck and maybe even remember to apply some "cloud" principles into their team strategy.
Since it's unlikely we will get a call from Coach Kubiak, we'd like to help your business apply cloud computing to your advantage. If you're interested in how the cloud can help your company grow, please visit our website or call 866-370-7142.
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