Cloud computing continues to evolve from a market disruptor to the expected approach for IT. Although cloud computing is a foundation for digital business, many organizations still struggle to move forward. Gartner estimates that less than one-third of enterprises have a documented cloud strategy.
Advance Cloud Computing Capabilities
Cloud computing is the new norm
The need for cloud strategy
To maximize the value of cloud investments, CIOs must develop a comprehensive cloud strategy for their organizations. As part of the strategy, CIOs must educate their CEOs and boards of directors about the need to invest in cloud as a style of computing that drives greater speed, agility and innovation.
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Ensure cloud security
Organizations struggle to evaluate the security of a growing number of cloud service providers. Effective cloud security assessment processes require a very pragmatic, risk-oriented approach.
Develop cloud computing talent
Cloud computing success requires new roles and competencies. For CIOs, this means 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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What’s next for cloud computing?
In its first decade, cloud computing was itself a disruption. Today it serves as the foundation for other disruptive trends including the Internet of Things, artificial intelligence and digital business. Where is cloud computing headed, and what does that really mean for you and your organization?
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