Enterprises are no longer struggling with the question of whether to go all-in with public or private cloud; it’s become an acceptable and comfortable solution to implement a hybrid cloud solution for optimized performance and cost savings. That doesn’t mean it always goes smoothly. There are a few common mistakes […]
Creating a Network Security Strategy in a Hybrid Cloud Environment
Security used to be deployed in the data center, and a firewall kept the network safe within the confines of the enterprise. As companies transition to various cloud applications, each new connection to the cloud represents a point of potential breach, and a hole in the network security plan. Enterprises […]
Picking the Right Cloud System: More Than Just a Silver Lining
More and more businesses are looking to migrate to cloud systems. But not all companies have the same requirements when it comes to the cloud. Know the differences between public, private, and hybrid cloud systems to ensure you’re promoting the right system to the right customer.
The Danger of Getting Stuck With a Hybrid Cloud Solution
As cloud technology is adopted by companies that you work with, many implement a hybrid cloud solution by necessity. The reason may be because of a legacy system that is better kept on-premise or a reluctance to make a full move to the cloud because of a variety of potential […]
The Benefits of a Hyperconverged Infrastructure
For most businesses today, it is important to see where efficiencies can be improved. Because of the numerous benefits it offers, many companies have already looked at moving to the cloud. However, hyperconverged infrastructure is also getting a fresh look as business owners seek more efficient means of improving workflows […]
Understanding the True Cost of Hybrid Cloud
For any organization considering a leap into the hybrid cloud space, cost is likely a major concern. Unfortunately, uncertainties surrounding the cost of combining virtualization and public cloud often dissuade IT architects from pursuing viable hybrid strategies. This reluctance can be overcome simply by realizing the cost savings involved in […]
Integrating Cloud and Traditional IT: One Key to Organizational Effectiveness
As the decade wears on, cloud computing is becoming more integral to businesses across many sectors. The IBM Institute for Business Value has been tracking these trends as businesses explore how cloud integration can offer advantages in their business efficiency, innovative processes, and overall growth. These studies reveal a great […]
Navigating Your Hybrid Cloud
Hybrid Cloud Streamlines Your Data, Centralizes Networking The benefits afforded while leveraging the cloud continue to drive demand, yet decision makers everywhere are still concerned with protecting data. The hybrid cloud is becoming a popular choice for small- to mid-size businesses as they search for ways to streamline efficiency through […]
Utilizing the Hybrid Cloud’s Storage Capabilities
These days, storage is taking up an ever-increasing portion of on-premise budgets, prompting users and IT departments to search for new ways to rationalize costs while maintaining their operational capabilities. The advent of public cloud computing has made it possible for IT to forgo expensive capital investments in computer hardware […]
Hybrid IT: Making Complex IT Challenges Simpler
For many companies, the IT infrastructure of old — designed to handle closed and highly controlled business environments — is a quickly fading memory. These days, companies large and small are clamoring for robust and dynamic IT solutions that are capable of handling increasingly sophisticated business environments. According to a […]