The do's and dont's of cloud computing - StatPro Cloud Summit 2012
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Neil Smyth (@Neil_StatPro), Technology and Marketing Director at StatPro covers the do’s and don’t’s of cloud computing. Neil provides a comparison of traditional hosting versus SaaS and cloud computing, including an interesting look at how one compares to a housing estate and the other to a hotel. He then moves on to providing top tips on selecting a cloud computing vendor, including the key things to look out for such as infrastructure, security, scalability and the business model.
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The do's and dont's of cloud computing - StatPro Cloud Summit 2012
- 1. The do’s and don’ts of cloud computing Presented by Neil Smyth
- 2. Cloud computing Terms and definitions • Cloud what? • Private, public, hybrid??? • You’re probably already using it • The StatPro approach • Why is this exciting?
- 3. Cloud computing Terms and definitions • Why is this exciting? • innovation • easier to support • cost efficient • promotes software usage
- 4. Software as a service Look at your requirements and current process • How responsive to change is your software? • Are you using all the current functionality? • New local software is a 3 to 5 year commitment • Cloud delivery will catch up and overtake • Vendors without a cloud strategy will disappear
- 5. Cloud computing and security Don’t let security concerns keep you away • Understand your regulatory requirements • Encrypted connections and database • Less data transport during support issues • Sensitive data kept away from internal access • Information security is critical to vendors
- 6. Assessing cloud providers Are all cloud providers the same? • Public, private and hybrid clouds • Clear understanding of the infrastructure • Look for security audits and certifications • ISO27001 – SAS70 TypeII (SSAE16) • Assess the technology - is it real cloud? • Quick implementation? Single version? • Ensure the solution can scale with you • Flexible technology, unlimited compute power • Check the business model • Pay as you go, flexible operational cost
- 7. Integrate and play nicely Avoid storm clouds and be prepared • Ensure you can integrate with ‘land’ based apps • Look for web services to help with this • Manage your new cloud service providers • The cloud is a major shift in how we access, use and manage applications, so be prepared!