It is hard to assume a business that operates without at least some basic IT Infrastructure.
Digital Solutions and IT hardware linked together can boost company's productivity.
IT infrastructure is set of technology components that aim to manage the business internally and externally. The better and more planned IT infrastructure is structured, the more a business can profit and grow.
Components of IT Infrastructure
IT Infrastructure is made up of Hardware, Software and Network connections that work together concurrently and supplement each other.
The whole ideas is to improve the communication between different IT devices, whether it's desktop computers, laptops, tablets, mobile phones, scanners, servers, routers, switches, softwares and cloud storage.
IT Hardware
IT hardware refers to the physical components and devices that help you arrange the IT infrastructure. They are the foundation. IT hardware implies to:
- • Desktop & Laptops
- • Workstations & Thin clients
- • Printers & Photocopiers
- • IT Peripherals
IT Software
Software are various applications and programs that a business uses to function, provide services, operate hardware and more. It includes:
- • Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
- • Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
- • Operating Systems
- • Web Applications & Designing
- • Customized Software
- • Antivirus
IT Networks
Networks are combination of devices that connect to internet. The connection is secured by firewall that protect IT hardware and Data from malware and viruses. A network include the following components:
- • Servers
- • Data Centers
- • Hubs
- • Switches
- • Routers
Basic IT Infrastructure can be found in organizations of various sizes and is managed entirely by outsourced team or internal IT team.
Cloud based IT infrastructure are mainly used by Medium to Large enterprises. All servers, softwares and data are stored on cloud (Internet).
Managers and IT team are responsible for ensuring both the physical IT hardware, software and network are working optimally.