There are several reasons why a company or organization might decide to move away from cloud computing and choosing to extend the lifecycle of owned equipment. Some possible reasons include:
- Cost: Depending on the size of the organization and the resources being used, it can sometimes be more cost-effective to use own servers rather than paying for cloud services, particularly if you've already made the initial capital purchase and you are now repurposing a device.
- Control: When using cloud services, the organization is at the mercy of the cloud provider. Moving to own servers can give the organization more control over its infrastructure and data.
- Compliance: Some industries have strict regulations on data storage and handling. Using own servers can make it easier for an organization to meet these requirements.
- Performance: In some cases, using own servers can provide better performance than cloud services, especially for resource-intensive applications.
Before making the decision to move away from the cloud, it's important to carefully consider the costs and benefits, as well as any potential challenges that might arise. It's helpful to speak to an expert who can assist in building a full cost analysis and look into the viability of extending the server.
