When it comes to cloud, don’t fall for buzzwords

Hybrid cloud, multi cloud, public cloud, private cloud, and more. The buzzwords surrounding cloud computing are important to master — or are they?
At our #IDGTECHtalk Twitter chat yesterday we discussed hybrid cloud. Does it exist? Is it necessary? Our experts weighed in to determine the role hybrid cloud has in modern tech. Here’s what they said:
Hybrid cloud is mixture of public and private cloud
Hybrid cloud is a combination of both private and public cloud. That is an important distinction as we continue this recap.
And hybrid cloud should not be confused with multi cloud, which is explained further by Ed Featherston below:
Strategy is essential for cloud success
As we saw above, cloud can get a little complicated. So it is essential that a clear strategy is outlined before you deploy cloud. In the best case scenario cloud can assist with analytics, application development, and security. But not having a cloud strategy can lead to murkiness in your overall business strategy, cloud sprawl, and gaps in security.
Don’t try to implement cloud without the right team
While cloud is increasingly common in most organization’s tech strategy, it should not be taken lightly. In addition to having a solid strategy, your implementation should be well thought out. This includes hiring the right people to handle your cloud implementation and maintain your strategy in the long-term.
Whether you are trying to properly define which cloud offering is right for you or you’re revising your cloud strategy, our experts agree that the first thing you should consider is consulting with the tech experts within your organizations to determine what cloud strategy will work best.
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