In Canada, cloud usage among small and medium-sized organizations (SMEs) is expected to increase in 2024-25, owing to the scalability, cost-efficiency, and flexibility that cloud services provide. Many Canadian SMEs are using hybrid and multi-cloud solutions, which blend public and private cloud resources to improve cost control and data protection. According to CDW Canada’s survey, nearly 60% of Canadian firms want to employ several cloud providers, motivated by the need to upgrade IT infrastructure and harness breakthroughs like generative AI for improved operational efficiency and consumer engagement.
SMEs in Canada are particularly concerned with cost management, business continuity, and data security. Many people are investing in training to fill skill gaps in cloud management and cybersecurity, which remain major problems. Cloud services such as Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) and Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) are likely to receive ongoing investment by 2024, since these models enable SMEs to use powerful tools without incurring significant upfront infrastructure expenditures, boosting sector agility and innovation.
A dearth of skilled cloud experts, as well as security concerns, are significant impediments. To solve these issues, Canadian SMEs are increasingly collaborating with cloud providers that provide strong security and compliance capabilities, as well as introducing internal safeguards such as multi-factor authentication and data encryption.
This ongoing cloud transformation enables Canadian SMEs to compete more effectively in the global digital economy, as cloud technology addresses not only operational needs but also data-driven insights and scalability for future growth.