This document discusses 6 reasons why mid-size companies should embrace cloud computing now. It argues that the cloud provides benefits such as lower costs through reduced infrastructure expenses, scalability to address fluctuating resource needs, faster access to new technologies, improved usability by allowing access from anywhere on any device, enhanced security and disaster recovery through the cloud provider's expertise and resources, and simpler management through the "pay as you go" model. The document provides perspectives from a CIO of a mid-size company that has adopted a hybrid cloud strategy.
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Hudson CIO Series: 6 Reasons for Cloud Computing
1. 6 Reasons Why You Should
6 Reasons Why You Should
Embrace the Cloud Now!
Embrace the Cloud Now!
Especially if You’re a Mid-Size Company
Especially if You’re a Mid-Size Company
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4. IT Support Requirements
Small Companies:
Small Staff / Small Base to Support
Mid-size Companies:
Small Staff / Middle-Sized Base to Support
Large Companies:
Larger Staff / Large Base to Support
5. What is It?
Formal Definition of Cloud Computing:
Multitenant shared platform
and application via third party,
usually accessed through
the Internet
10. What is Not Cloud?
If you need to send a 40 page requirements doc to the vendor
…it’s not Cloud.
If they are trying to sell you hardware… it’s not Cloud.
If you need to rearchitect your systems for it… it’s not Cloud.
If it takes you more than 10 minutes to provision… it’s not Cloud.
If you need to install software to use it… it’s not Cloud.
If you own all the hardware… it’s not Cloud.
If you specify the number of machines you want up front
… it’s not Cloud.
If it requires a large capital investment… it’s not Cloud.
Source: “15 Ways to Tell It’s Not Cloud Computing”
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11. 6 Reasons Why You Should
Embrace Cloud Computing Now
1. Cost
2. Scalability
3. Speed
4. Usability
5. Security & DR
6. Management
22. IT Staff Concerns
Will Cloud Mean Layoffs?
Yes No Not Sure
200 IT professionals
surveyed… 23%
47%
30%
“If we implemented
cloud-based services, many
of our IT staff members would
perceive that our company
was preparing to lay them off.”
-Nov. 2009, ProofPoint Study
23. Before the Cloud vs. After the Cloud
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Systems Manager Cloud Service Manager
Storage Manager Virtual Systems Manager
Sourcing Specialist
Network Architect
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24. Cloud Jobs
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26. Recommended Strategy
Part Traditional +
Hybrid Strategy
Part Cloud
Leave some applications
with your current
infrastructure
Move at least 1 or 2 apps
into the cloud
[Title]
Allows you to add value to
your organization today!
[Company]
28. Company Overview
Branded leader in wood-alternative products for outdoor living
Decking, Railing, Fencing, and Trim
High-aesthetic, Low-maintenance
$300M Revenue and near 30% Market Share
“Green” company, recycling >5 Billion lbs of waste plastic and
wood since inception
Publicly Traded: TREX (NYSE)
Our Hybrid Environment
Traditional – ERP, BI (In House)
Portal / Web Solutions – Infrastructure Hosted
Cloud Computing – CRM, Payroll/HR*, Safety
29. Mid-Size Company Obstacles
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Common Issues for Mid-Size Companies
Need Large Company, Tier-1 Solutions
Limited on Budgets and Staffing
“Buy vs. Make” Mentality w/o Customizations
(Implementers)
30. Factors to Consider
How to Determine the Right Environment
Primary, Secondary, or Tertiary Application?
Where is it being used?
Impact on Business?
Initial Investment of Software and Infrastructure?
On-Going Costs to maintain the Solution?
Staffing (skill set, back-up, training)
Disaster Recovery, High Availability, Security
Integration to Other Solutions
Who is Using?
Dependencies (internal and external)
31. 6 Reasons Why You Should
Embrace Cloud Computing Now
1. Cost
2. Scalability
3. Speed
4. Usability
5. Security & DR
6. Management
33. Connect with Us
Hudson IT provides solutions
necessary for IT leaders to
deliver business value.
IT STAFFING Our IT consulting services bring
expertise to assess, manage, develop
IT CONSULTING and maintain your critical initiatives.
IT PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Our IT staffing services provide
specialized professionals on an
as-needed basis, allowing you to
maintain IT service levels with
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