Cloud Computing from SMEs Perspective: A Survey-based Investigation

Cloud computing has the potential to play a major role in addressing inefficiencies and make a fundamental contribution to the growth and competitiveness of enterprises mainly for SMEs. By adopting cloud computing services SMEs will be able to obtain the latest technology, without the need for upf ront cost. This paper explores the perception of cloud computing from an SME stance. Motivations, requirements, and concerns surrounding the adoption of cloud computing are discussed. A survey of 300 SMEs conducted in the UK shows an interest in exploiting cloud services. However, SMEs have shown concerns with regards to security and vendor lock -in. These concerns could have influenced the speed of cloud computing adoption. The findings are expected to assist SMEs in their adoption of cloud computing servic inform service providers with respect to end -users' concerns. Cloud computing migration , Cloud computing services, SMEs