Cloud computing – a risk or an opportunity for business

This article raises the issue of the impact of cloud computing services on the economic efficiency of companies. The authors primarily concentrate on the benefits which companies accrue, in particular, the flexible use of resources of cloud computing without the necessity to make additional investments in their IT infrastructure. The article also raises the question of the risks associated with the use of the service in question, too. This concerns mainly the loss of data, which may result in adverse economic effects for a company. However, it is estimated that the benefits of the use of Cloud computing services outweigh the risks.