November 21, 2013
While cloud computing has proven extremely beneficial for all types of businesses, there are certain worst practices that should be avoided. From not fully understanding cloud security to getting duped by hidden costs, avoiding these six worst practices of cloud computing will ensure that your business makes a successful transition to the cloud.
1. Not Understanding Cloud Security
When cloud platforms are outfitted with the appropriate security architecture, they can be even more secure than physical data centers. Unfortunately, many corporations simply don’t have the understanding of cloud security necessary to ensure that this architecture is developed. Cloud security should be a top priority for your business.
2. Not Choosing the Right Platform & Vendor
In addition to cloud security, choosing the right platform and vendor is another critical component of your business’s move to the cloud. Make sure that you do your research first, as you can easily become locked in with the wrong choice. Select a vendor with the right experience, such as the IBM certified consulting services at ITS, Inc.
3. Not Planning for Change
While moving to the cloud can bring major benefits to your business, organizational change is never easy. Don’t underestimate the amount of change that your business and its daily operations will have to go through, and plan for that change by identifying clear leadership.
4. Not Having a Plan for Service Outages
Unfortunately, service outages can occur with cloud computing. Not having a plan for this type of situation is a major issue for many businesses who are new to the cloud. Creating company-wide plans for service outages and other issues is a key component of your transition.
5. Not Having the Right Skills
When you move to the cloud, you need to ensure that all employees have the right skill sets to handle changes in the way software is both deployed and maintained. Provide trainings and courses to help employees get up to speed.
6. Not Avoiding Hidden Costs
One final pitfall that many business fail to avoid when moving to the cloud is hidden costs. Typically, hidden costs occur because of sprawl, integration, and customization. Keep these factors in mind to cut costs during your transition to the cloud.
At ITS, Inc., we offer IBM certified consulting services to ensure that your company does not fall victim to cloud computing worst practices. Contact us today to learn more.
Thanks for reading,
Rob Connary, President - COO
