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Great cost-saving potential for a variety of use cases<\/h2>\nThe empirical analysis, based on the proven survey methodology and key financial indicators used by the Experton Group, shows that across all configurations and use case scenarios there are great opportunities for saving costs. According to the analysts, even companies with a medium-sized system configuration showing moderate growth benefit from substantial cost reductions of up to 1 million Euros over a typical project duration of 3 years. Cloud models, moreover, provide users with the breathing space required in daily business to concentrate on the strategic orientation of the company with regard to digital transformation.\n\nAccording to the analysts, companies primarily consider a managed cloud for their enterprise applications<\/a>, followed by the use scenarios for infrastructure, web applications<\/a> and workplace productivity<\/a>.\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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