CMIS

Vets for Pets is a veterinary clinic that has been in practice for 10 years. They recently opened two new clinics, bringing the total number to three. The clinics operate within a 50-mile radius. Each clinic has the following pertinent attributes:

· Staff:

· 3 full-time and 2-part time veterinarians (vets)

· 8 full-time and 3-part time vet technicians (techs)

· 2 reception/check-out/scheduling staff

· Technology

· 2 desktop workstations at reception

· 2 desktop workstations at the techs’ stations

· 5 desktop workstations, one in each exam room

· 8 docked iPads for in-house use by vets and techs only

· 2 dedicated servers and 1 back-up server in an IT room

You and your team are charged with solving one of the following business problems. Only one team can address each problem. Your team MUST have requested and received confirmation of your requested topic! Now, you are ready to help Vets for Pets.

1. Cloud computing: Now that there are 3 clinics, Vets for Pets employees are wondering if utilizing the cloud would enhance their information storage and sharing, and thus aid in improving business function. Research cloud computing and make a recommendation.