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Create a cloud strategy to maximize the benefits of cloud computing

Cloud computing is the new norm

Cloud computing continues to evolve from a market disruptor to the expected approach for IT. Although cloud computing has become a foundation of digital business, many organizations still struggle to optimize this powerful tool. Gartner estimates that less than one-third of enterprises have a documented cloud strategy.

Graphic showing that more than 75% of the organizations using cloud services indicate they have a cloud-first strategy.
We are currently moving our traditional data center on-premises architecture to be on the cloud and Gartner provided us the proper architecture design and cloud strategy.

Khalid Al-Mutawah

Director of Enterprise Architecture, Information & E-Government Authority
Graphic showing how Gartner predicts that, through 2020, 95% of cloud security failures will be the customer's fault.

Maximize your cloud computing investment

Cloud computing represents one of the most valuable innovations in current IT and business strategies, but continues to be misunderstood and underutilized. CIOs should familiarize themselves with the benefits of cloud computing, learn about cloud security and understand what type of talent is necessary for successful cloud implementation.

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Gartner's insights, advice and tools help IT leaders implement a Cloud Computing strategy driven by their business strategy in order to reduce their risk of failure and wasted investment.

Demonstrate Cloud Strategy Leadership

Gartner can help you understand the best options for your organization, including how to:

  • Create your cloud strategy
  • Ensure cloud data security
  • Develop talent
  • Adopt the right cloud services
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Ensure Cloud Security

News stories have demonstrated that information can leak out of clouds. However, these examples show that it is almost always users, not the cloud provider, who fails to manage their controls to protect their data. Clouds are secure and Gartner can help organizations use them securely. 

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Develop Cloud Computing Talent

Cloud computing success requires new roles and competencies. Gartner advises investing in a cloud strategy and architecture group, as well as cloud product managers, and recognizing the critical role of IT finance.

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Cloud Computing Primer for 2019

Crafting a cloud strategy is a top issue for Gartner clients. It’s often confused with planning to adopt or migrate to cloud services. Gartner guides you through a cloud strategy approach that enables action now and in the future.

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The Edge Completes the Cloud

Gartner helps client understand the potential for edge computing, what edge computing is and which technologies help shape it, whether enterprises are ready for edge computing, how the edge and the cloud will evolve together.

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Formulate a Cloud Strategy as Part of Your Overall Strategy

Every business requires a cloud strategy, regardless of where it is in its cloud journey. Gartner helps CIOs align cloud strategy efforts to the their overall strategic planning efforts.

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2019 Cloud Computing Primer

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