Executive's Guide to Cloud Computing
Executive's Guide to Cloud Computing

Author: Eric A. Marks

Publisher: John Wiley and Sons

Published: 2010-03-25

Total Pages: 328

ISBN-13: 0470630507

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Your organization can save and thrive in the cloud with this first non-technical guide to cloud computing for business leaders In less than a decade Google, Amazon, and Salesforce.com went from unknown ideas to powerhouse fixtures in the economic landscape; in even less time offerings such as Linkedin, Youtube, Facebook, Twitter and many others also carved out important roles; in less than five years Apple's iTunes became the largest music retailer in North America. They all share one key strategic decision – each of these organizations chose to harness the power of cloud computing to power their drives to dominance. With roots in supercomputing and many other technical disciplines, cloud computing is ushering in an entirely new economic reality – technology-enabled enterprises built on low cost, flexible, and limitless technical infrastructures. The Executive's Guide to Cloud Computing reveals how you can apply the power of cloud computing throughout your enterprise, giving members of the C-suite a detailed look at: Why cloud computing must be a top priority on your company's IT roadmaps How the drive for scale, lower costs and greater agility is making cloud computing a fiscal and technological imperative The relationship between cloud computing and other relevant IT initiatives The strategic implications of cloud computing for the enterprise Where to begin and how to get started integrating cloud computing into your existing operations Now you can harness cloud computing's potential for your organization. Executive's Guide to Cloud Computing shows you how.

The Next Paradigm in Computing
The Next Paradigm in Computing

Author: Bob Tapscott

Publisher:

Published: 2022-01-06

Total Pages: 300

ISBN-13: 9781119795131

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Cloud computing will transform every company, and to an increasing degree, the world in which we live. But today there is no readable, accurate and comprehensive manager's guide. The Manager's Guide to the Cloud captures and explains today's emerging revolution in cloud computing. technology and key related technologies. But most importantly, it highlights the transformative possibilities, if not certainties for people, business, and society. With a focus on the transformational effect of these emerging, if not outright erupting technologies. Detailed in the second will be the what and how's of Serverless computing and Containers, Artificial Intelligence, Infrastructure as Code, Blockchain, Data Services, and overall Business Intelligence. We will explain over the next decade, how these transformative technologies will drive the fourth industrial revolution now in its infancy. This book both educates why and explains how it is both necessary and urgent to leverage the most fundamental change in enterprise technology since the advent of the Internet.

Cloud Technologies
Cloud Technologies

Author: Roger McHaney

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2021-04-05

Total Pages: 292

ISBN-13: 1119769523

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CLOUD TECHNOLOGIES Contains a variety of cloud computing technologies and explores how the cloud can enhance business operations Cloud Technologies offers an accessible guide to cloud-based systems and clearly explains how these technologies have changed the way organizations approach and implement their computing infrastructure. The author includes an overview of cloud computing and addresses business-related considerations such as service level agreements, elasticity, security, audits, and practical implementation issues. In addition, the book covers important topics such as automation, infrastructure as code, DevOps, orchestration, and edge computing. Cloud computing fundamentally changes the way organizations think about and implement IT infrastructure. Any manager without a firm grasp of basic cloud concepts is at a huge disadvantage in the modern world. Written for all levels of managers working in IT and other areas, the book explores cost savings and enhanced capabilities, as well as identifies different models for implementing cloud technologies and tackling cloud business concerns. This important book: Demonstrates a variety of cloud computing technologies and ways the cloud can enhance business operations Addresses data security concerns in cloud computing relevant to corporate data owners Shows ways the cloud can save money for a business Offers a companion website hosting PowerPoint slides Written for managers in the fields of business, IT and cloud computing, Cloud Technologies describes cloud computing concepts and related strategies and operations in accessible language.

Guide to Cloud Computing for Business and Technology Managers
Guide to Cloud Computing for Business and Technology Managers

Author: Vivek Kale

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2014-12-17

Total Pages: 564

ISBN-13: 1482219239

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Guide to Cloud Computing for Business and Technology Managers: From Distributed Computing to Cloudware Applications unravels the mystery of cloud computing and explains how it can transform the operating contexts of business enterprises. It provides a clear understanding of what cloud computing really means, what it can do, and when it is practical

Cloud Computing for Business -The Open Group Guide
Cloud Computing for Business -The Open Group Guide

Author: Chris Harding

Publisher: Van Haren

Published: 2020-06-11

Total Pages: 249

ISBN-13: 9087536585

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The Open Group s long awaited guidance on Cloud is now published! Cloud Computing is the major evolution today in computing. It describes how the internet has enabled organizations to access computing resources as a commodity and when needed in much the same way as households access household utilities. For Enterprises with complex and expensive IT systems, the idea of paying on demand for someone else to provide IT services is attractive. This authoritative guide is specifically designed for business managers to understand the benefits that can be achieved; including Improved timeliness and agility Resource optimisation Control and reduction of costs More innovation Increased security Decreased exposure to risk Demonstration of compliance Improved quality of support Improved business continuity resource The authoritative title, published by the globally respected Open Group, gives Managers reliable and independent guidance that will help to support decisions and actions in this key operational area.

Seize the Cloud
Seize the Cloud

Author: M. van den Berg

Publisher: Uitgeverij kleine Uil

Published: 2011-02-28

Total Pages: 194

ISBN-13: 9075414331

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Seize the Cloud: A Manager's Guide to Success with Cloud Computing Cloud is here and ready to be used. It is now one of the many concepts available to organize IT, and it is here to stay. The conversation about cloud computing has turned away from pure technology, and now it focuses on the business side, the economics and the governance aspects. There are still some challenging questions around cloud, but nothing that dismisses the concept as a whole. For example, the question is no longer 'is cloud secure' but more 'can I use this specific cloud solution for my specific situation.' And as soon as we become specific, the mist of the cloud evaporates: it becomes very clear that good concepts, services and solutions are within arms' reach for everyone. Seize the Cloud will serve as your guide through the business and enterprise architecture aspects of cloud computing. In nine chapters, and in a down-to-earth way, cloud is woven into the reality of running an organization, managing IT and creating value with technology. Along the way, the concept of business technology is introduced as a new kind of interaction between business and IT. Also, a new look at the economics of IT is described. The book strikes a positive note without turning evangelical or overly optimistic: it does not shy away from the barriers that could stand in the way of adoption. To provide a firm dose of reality, the book explores eleven cases in which leading organizations share insights gained from their experiences with cloud. The authors and contributors Seize the Cloud was written by Erik van Ommeren (Sogeti USA) and Martin van den Berg (Sogeti Netherlands) and several contributors from the sponsoring organizations IBM and Sogeti. The authors and contributors have a proven track record on the topic and several have written prior books on cloud computing, enterprise architecture, SOA, infrastructure architecture, quality assurance or business process analysis and design. IBM and Sogeti have a strong business partnership and work together in serving clients using many innovative technologies, among which cloud computing plays an important role.

Cloud Services, Networking, and Management
Cloud Services, Networking, and Management

Author: Nelson L. S. da Fonseca

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2015-04-20

Total Pages: 432

ISBN-13: 1118845943

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Cloud Services, Networking and Management provides a comprehensive overview of the cloud infrastructure and services, as well as their underlying management mechanisms, including data center virtualization and networking, cloud security and reliability, big data analytics, scientific and commercial applications. Special features of the book include: State-of-the-art content Self-contained chapters for readers with specific interests Includes commercial applications on Cloud (video services and games)

A Quick Start Guide to Cloud Computing
A Quick Start Guide to Cloud Computing

Author: Mark I Williams

Publisher: Kogan Page Publishers

Published: 2010-10-03

Total Pages: 152

ISBN-13: 0749461314

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Cloud computing has caused a marketing fog, confusing business executives seeking to understand the technology's potential applications and business benefits. A Quick-Start Guide to Cloud Computing cuts through the industry hype and provides non-technical explanations about what it is and how it can improve your business. With case studies from large and small business, it shows how enabling a remote workforce and sharing resources can reduce your organisation's carbon footprint. It describes: the benefits of cloud computing; how to choose the right supplier and technologies for your particular business; key security issues and the perils and pitfalls to avoid. This Quick Start Guide puts business needs before technology, enabling you to make confident decisions about IT strategy, make the right choices for your business and reject 'solutions' that fix problems you don't have.

Cloud Computing
Cloud Computing

Author: Charles Henson

Publisher: CreateSpace

Published: 2012-03-01

Total Pages: 70

ISBN-13: 9781470064259

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The reason I published this book was to fortify business owners and executives with the basic knowledge they need to make a great decision when choosing a Cloud Computing Integrator. I believe a qualified computer consultant can contribute to your business success just like a great marketing consultant, attorney, accountant or financial advisor can. The technology industry is ever changing, and growing at such a rapid pace, that most business owners can't keep up with all the latest whiz-bang gadgets, alphabet soup acronyms, and choices available to them. Plus, many of the “latest and greatest” technological developments have a shelf life of six months before they become obsolete or completely out-of-date. Sorting through this rapidly- moving mess of information to formulate an intelligent plan for growing a business requires a professional who not only understands technology and how it works, but also understands how people and businesses need to work with technology for progress. Unfortunately, the complexity of technology makes it easy for a business owner to fall victim to an incompetent or dishonest computer consultant. When this happens, it creates feelings of mistrust toward all technology consultants and vendors, which makes it difficult for those of us striving to deliver exceptional value and service to our clients.Therefore, my purpose is to not only give you the information you need to find an honest, competent computer consultant, but in doing so, to raise the standards and quality of services for all consultants in my industry. I certainly want your feedback on the ideas in this book. If you choose a Cloud Integrator as I've outlined and they work, please send me your story. If you've had a bad experience, I want to hear those horror stories as well. If you have additional tips and insights that we haven't considered, please share them with me. I might even use them in a future book! Again, the more aware you are of what it takes to find and hire great consultants in every aspect of your business—not just technology—the stronger your business will become. I am truly passionate about building an organization that delivers uncommon service to my clients. I want to help business owners see the true competitive advantages technology can deliver to your business, and not just view it as an expensive necessity and source of problems.

Enterprise Cloud Computing
Enterprise Cloud Computing

Author: Andy Mulholland

Publisher: Meghan Kiffer Press

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 264

ISBN-13: 9780929652290

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"Provides strategic insights, describes the breakout business models, and offers the planning and implementation guidance business and technology leaders need to chart their course ahead." - cover.