Store Files in the Cloud with Dropbox
Once you setup a Dropbox account you simply install a program on each computer you want access to the files on. Dropbox then shows up as a separate drive on your computer that you can drag and save files to. The synching operates behind the scenes and is rarely noticeable as there is little lag time. Many small businesses have started using Dropbox to replace the legacy server setup common over the last 15 years. With free plans starting at 2GB and commercial plans up to 100GB each, there are huge advantages for small businesses who can essentially replace the server setup for under $250 each per year.
GIVE ME AN EXAMPLE
As with all apps we supply you with a sample usage case that will hopefully help you generate some ideas of how your business could be using this product.
- Home Accessories Store – With the exception of your point-of-sale system there is little need for your entire team to get hooked up on a traditional server system. After pricing it out and figuring out the hourly rates to support your business you turn to Dropbox for less than $250 per year. You store all of your product photos, all of your sales flyers, all of your word documents onto Dropbox. Better yet, all of your employees have access to it from their home machines, making it easier to collaborate and keep up on projects from afar.
FINAL THOUGHTS
Dropbox is a unique storage solution for small- to medium-sized businesses who are looking to save on their IT costs and have easier remote access. For larger groups it makes transferring files from home to work that much easier.
