Item: Apple iCloud
Rating: 9
Author: Verified User

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

iCloud is mainly used to organize personal contacts to import into our contact database, sync photos across multiple devices, share settings between iPhone, iPad, and MacBooks, to screencast presentations and multimedia, and to message rather than use cell phone data.

Pros and Cons

Sync across multiple devices
Update contacts in address book
Share documents for easy access

I’m having a problem with duplicate contacts when I sync with other email accounts
Sometimes the software updates cause it to be a bit buggy
Upload settings can be different on different devices

Return on Investment

Saves time by syncing devices automatically
Extra storage is very cheap
Easier to access files anywhere, anytime

Alternatives Considered

Microsoft Application Server, Microsoft Access, Google Cloud Storage and G Suite

Selected iCloud just because it is necessary for owners of Apple/iOS devices.

Other Software Used

G Suite, Bing Ads, LinkedIn Publishing Platform

Likelihood to Recommend

Best suited for personal use. It can be difficult to implement across entire organizations unless every member has an iOS device. And as I indicated earlier, there is an issue with duplicate contacts when you connect outside email services. I wouldn’t recommend it for contact management. Overall, however, it is really an essential.

An essential for personal use, not ideal for business use

Overall Satisfaction with Apple iCloud