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Global Survey Reveals Why NGOs Are Moving IT to the Cloud
13 Sep, 2012

TechSoup Global finds NGOs are enthusiastic about cloud computing benefits but need more education and support

- 90% of respondents worldwide are using at least one cloud computing application.
- 53% report plans to move a “significant portion” of their IT to the cloud within three years.
- 60% say lack of knowledge is the greatest barrier to greater use of the cloud.
- 79% say the greatest advantage is easier software or hardware administration.
- 47% say cost-related changes and ease of setup would be the greatest motivators for moving their IT to the cloud.
- NGOs in Egypt, Mexico, India, and South Africa have the most accelerated timetables for moving their IT to the cloud.