[TechRepublic] Like it or not, it's time to get a cloud strategy

The Enterprise Cloud TechRepublic Member | September 10, 2012

Like it or not, it's time to get a cloud strategy Ian Hardenburgh suggests that it's time even for anti-cloud hardliners to start thinking seriously about how cloud technology can be leveraged in their organizations. Read more Resource of the day On-demand Webcast: Cloud-managed security vs. on-premise security: How to choose When it comes to cloud computing, there are benefits to growing businesses, but security is an issue that is always raised. This webcast explores advantages to both cloud and on-premise security solutions. Discover which is right for you. Additional TechRepublic resources   Cloud traps: How to avoid them Thoran Rodrigues talks about the traps that can sabotage an otherwise successful move to the cloud. Read more Comprehensive monitoring enables comprehensive support Nick Hardiman addresses the complex business-IT environment and the different kinds of monitoring that it requires -- from the cloud application itself to the infrastructure that it relies on. Read more Enhance Google Apps with these Chrome browser extensions Andy Wolber lists several Google's Chrome browser extensions that will get the most out of Google Apps. Read more Recovery-as-a-service: Should you move DR to the cloud? Patrick Sweeney looks at the reasons you might consider moving your disaster recovery solution to a cloud service. How feasible would it be for your organization? Read more Big Data: The perils of past performance With Big Data especially, pundits and vendors imply that if we throw bigger and better data at a faster platform, we'll eventually be able to predict the future with near certainty. Here's why this is wrong. Read more Cloud computing? We don't get it, say Europeans The majority of European PC users don't know or care about cloud computing, with only a small proportion of people using cloud services. Read more Featured multimedia   Five free tools for network diagramming If you're looking for a basic diagramming app that won't cost you a dime, you're in luck: There are several easy-to-use tools available for free. View on site Today's recommended downloads IT Cost-Saving Initiatives: Change Processes and Maximize Resources (SkillSoft) Explore New Directions in Financials, Performance Management, and GRC Solutions (SAP) Live Webcast: Strategies for managing distributed IT environments (APC by Schneider Electric) On-demand Webcast: Cloud-managed security vs. on-premise security: How to choose (GFI Software) IDC White Paper: Business Value of Managed Services (IBM) Connect with TechRepublic Infographic: iPhone 5 predictions Only one in every five Android users plans to purchase the iPhone 5 when it's released, according to a recent survey. TechRepublic newsletters   Get product reviews, tech news analysis, tips, and more in the following TechRepublic newsletters. Automatically sign up today! Tech Sanity Check Google in the Enterprise Cracking Open 10 Things

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