Ask the Experts

Ask the Experts

Cloud architecture design and planning

• Built to burst: Which apps work well in a cloud bursting architecture?

  Cloud bursting is one way to manage spikes in demand, but it's difficult to achieve with certain apps. So which application types burst best to the public cloud?  Continue Reading

• Is a cloud bursting architecture difficult to implement?

  Cloud bursting helps organizations use the public cloud to manage sudden spikes in demand. But what challenges or issues might it introduce?  Continue Reading

• Should I build a dedicated private cloud staff?

  Cloud computing requires a unique set of IT skills. What staffing changes should I make to build and maintain a successful private cloud?  Continue Reading

• How do I prep cloud automation tools for an upgrade?

  Hardware and software upgrades in a data center can cause big disruption to cloud automation tools. How can my organization prepare?  Continue Reading

• How are microservices and cloud computing related?

  Microservices and cloud are both on the up and up when it comes to enterprise adoption. But what exactly is the connection between the two technologies?  Continue Reading

• Why should I consider a microservices architecture?

  Microservices-based architectures can provide greater flexibility to IT organizations and developers. But how exactly do microservices work?  Continue Reading

• Does my cloud broker hold the key to service success?

  Cloud services brokers serve as valuable intermediaries between an organization and its cloud provider. But what other benefits do they deliver?  Continue Reading

• Is the cloud services brokerage model redefining IT?

  Cloud brokers connect a growing landscape of service providers with busy business users. But what impact would they have on my IT team?  Continue Reading

• Can I use OpenStack to build an enterprise private cloud?

  Building an enterprise private cloud is a complex proposition. OpenStack holds a lot of potential as an open-source private cloud distribution, but is it right for you?  Continue Reading

• Cloud-burst model helps companies boost computing capacity as needed

  In this answer, expert Chris Moyer discusses when and how organizations can use the cloud-burst model to automatically scale capacity as needed.  Continue Reading

• On the horizon for cloud computing platforms: Ever more virtualization

  In this expert answer, contributor Chris Moyer predicts that future cloud computing platforms will move away from the traditional server model.  Continue Reading

• What cloud certifications can help me with my job security?

  There's no denying cloud computing has changed the face of IT. Do you have the right certifications to evolve with your data center?  Continue Reading

• What's the difference between a private cloud and a virtual data center?

  While virtualization is key to private cloud, the two are not synonymous. Features such as self-service provisioning will take your virtual data center to cloud.  Continue Reading

• With server end of life near, is cloud computing the answer?

  As server end of life nears, public cloud entices SMBs that don't want to invest more capital expenses. But will cloud security be strong enough?  Continue Reading