Internet-Based Solution Requires Smallest Amount of Resources, Offers Huge Cost Savings SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA (September 14, 2009) - No more new costly hardware purchases necessary. No operating system updates required either. And no worry if a server goes down. With Myriad Software's CLOUD, more sunny days are forecast for home furnishings retailers. CLOUD is Myriad's Internet-based solution that in the technology world is often called cloud computing. With cloud computing, business applications are provided online, accessible from a Web browser. Software and data to run the applications are stored on Web servers operated by the company offering cloud-computing services. "Basically we provide the solution that frees retailers from a host of costly problems," says Carolyn Crowley, Myriad's president and co-founder. According to Crowley, Myriad's CLOUD has an immediate five-fold advantage: Saves on the cost of new hardware - It's not necessary to replace equipment every few years. CLOUD means retailers "rent" processing resources or capabilities instead. Stores and backs up data worry-free - CLOUD keeps data secure. Businesses don't have to institute back-up procedures. CLOUD offers very quick recovery, too. Eliminates downtime altogether - Operating with CLOUD lets Myriad update operating systems and increase disk space or memory whenever necessary. It's business as usual for retailers every hour of every day. Keeps retailers on top of business anywhere, anytime - The only requirement is Internet accessibility. For many retailers, CLOUD means leaving the laptop at home or in the office and still being able to monitor business fully. Maintains a software/data connection without interruption - If a server goes down or a natural disaster occurs, retailers can get all their software/data from another location in just a few minutes without having to wait or to replace equipment. Crowley says the company has been BETA-testing CLOUD and all reports indicate Myriad's newest technology is working very well. "The home furnishings industry has to keep up with technology," she adds. "Myriad is always looking for ways to make furniture retailers more efficient, offering economical solutions, and providing retailers with the capability to monitor business wherever they go." Over the years, Myriad has been a leader in providing technology solutions for the home furnishings industry. Its business software, EclickticTM, is ideal for mid-size to major independent retailers. The company is also the business system of choice for six of the nation's top licensee programs. For more information about Myriad Software's CLOUD, e-mail sales@myriadsoft.com or call 1-800-676-4243.
