As your business grows, so does your data, and choosing the right place to store it is more important than ever. Small businesses today often look first at modern cloud collaboration tools like OneDrive and SharePoint.
Option: OneDrive & SharePoint (Modern Cloud Collaboration Tools)
Cloud collaboration tools have become the backbone of modern workplaces, especially for teams working remotely or across multiple locations.
Pros ⭐
✓ Easy file sharing and teamwork
Co-author documents in real time, share securely with coworkers or clients, and avoid the nightmare of multiple document versions.
✓ Accessible from anywhere
Whether you are traveling, working from home, or at a client site, your files sync across all devices automatically.
✓ Built in security and backups
Microsoft 365 provides enterprise grade protection, version history, ransomware recovery, and MFA support.
✓ No hardware to maintain
No server replacement costs, no backups to manage, and no equipment failures to worry about.
✓ Great for collaboration heavy businesses
Marketing agencies, consultancies, nonprofits, distributed teams, and admin heavy businesses thrive with OneDrive and SharePoint.
Cons ⚠️
✗ Internet dependent
Poor connectivity means poor productivity.
✗ Sync conflicts can occur
Users need to follow best practices. If employees save in the wrong location or stay offline too long, files may not sync properly.
✗ Not ideal for large databases or legacy apps
QuickBooks multi user mode, CAD files, and line of business apps may not run well from OneDrive or SharePoint.
When Should You Use OneDrive/SharePoint?
Choose cloud collaboration tools if your business:
– Has remote or hybrid staff
– Shares documents frequently
– Uses mostly Microsoft 365 and web based applications
– Wants to reduce hardware and maintenance costs
– Prefers simple, secure file access anywhere
Not Sure If OneDrive/SharePoint Is Right for You?
SkyViewTek can help you evaluate your needs and design a cloud file storage plan that fits the way your team works.
Reach out to Bernie Orglmeister Today at 610-590-5006 support@skyviewtek.com to discuss the best option for your business.