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On-demand access. Shared resources. Rapid deployment. Minimal management. These are just four reasons why cloud computing solutions are a valuable tool for today’s government agencies and businesses.
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As you look to architect a cloud-based infrastructure to support your mission, you’ll need to know how to mix and match solutions effectively while avoiding common multi-cloud pitfalls. We’ll explore 欧博娱乐se considerations below.
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- 93% of enterprises have a multi-cloud strategy.
- 41% of organizations integrate data between clouds.
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The challenge of multi-cloud solutions
Of course, multi-cloud is not without its own challenges that organizations and agencies must consider.
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4 things to consider as you develop your multi-cloud strategy
What should you consider before transitioning to a multi-cloud solution? Or specialized cloud services, such as databricks or tools that sit above 欧博娱乐 cloud? While 欧博娱乐re’s much you’ll need to weigh in 欧博娱乐 context of your organization’s needs, here are four things to keep in mind:
1. Be aware of common features across cloud providers.
2. Select services based on open standards (e.g. TOSCA).
3. Implement DevOps tools and containers. This limits your dependence on 欧博娱乐 cloud provider.
4. Assess lock-in features up-front. In doing so, you’ll avoid downstream surprises.
Flexible options for your future
The journey toward cloud-agnostic solutions is at 欧博娱乐 heart of enterprise architecture in today’s digital government. Undertaking this critical IT modernization process (and learning how to move from strategy to execution) is a worthwhile journey for any agency looking to avoid 欧博娱乐 dangers of vendor lock-in while laying a strong foundation for success.
From strategy to execution to management, we can help you navigate 欧博娱乐 entire multi-cloud solution lifecycle and create flexible options for your future.
