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Cloud computing SLAs

• What is data separation and why is it important in the cloud?

  Some enterprises avoid the public cloud due to its multi-tenant nature and data security concerns. Learn what data separation is and how it can keep your data safe. Continue Reading

• An Azure subscription management how-to

  Subscriptions are not as black and white as they seem. Review the concepts, roles and challenges involved when planning and managing subscriptions for Azure. Continue Reading

• Best practices for negotiating a SaaS SLA

  SaaS apps offer convenience, but enterprises still need to do their due diligence with prospective vendors. Follow these tips to get the best SaaS service-level agreement. Continue Reading

• Four tips to manage costs in a multi-cloud architecture

  For some enterprises, it's difficult enough to manage and optimize the costs of a single cloud platform. And in a multi-cloud environment, those challenges only increase. Continue Reading

• Is your SLA in cloud computing negotiable?

  While some are more flexible than others, not all SLAs are set in stone. Review your requirements with your cloud provider to see if there are areas you can negotiate. Continue Reading

• Craft a strong cloud service-level agreement

  Adopting a service-level agreement is an important part of the software-buying process. Agreements help ensure users get what they expect and consequently help vendors that are able to uphold their end of the bargain retain customers. But ...Continue Reading

• Avoid the cloud computing SLA trap

  Service-level agreements for cloud computing will fail unless you approach the process like a small project. Expert Tom Nolle offers three steps for creating an effective cloud SLA.Continue Reading

• Embrace these cloud service-level agreement best practices

  SLAs help users know what to expect from their cloud provider. But they also present a number of headaches for the enterprise, according to legal experts.Continue Reading

• Evaluating a cloud computing SLA? Look at app workflows

  Cloud expert Tom Nolle gives advice on evaluating a cloud computing SLA, including common mistakes, app and hybrid cloud workflow issues, response-time SLAs and more.Continue Reading

• Three hybrid cloud management issues and how to tackle them

  Hybrid cloud gives enterprises the best of private and public cloud worlds. But effective management starts with addressing three key issues.Continue Reading

• What should I include on my hybrid cloud roadmap?

  Given how rapidly IT evolves, it's tough to shape a long-term cloud strategy. So how can I build a hybrid cloud roadmap that lasts?Continue Reading

• How do I ensure hybrid cloud security and performance?

  Deployment is only half of the hybrid cloud battle. How can I guarantee my hybrid environment is secure and high-performing?Continue Reading

• Simplifying the complex cloud licensing equation

  When it comes to cloud licensing, the devil's in the details -- from support to the fine print. Do you know what to look for to avoid getting burned?Continue Reading

• Detect cloud computing SLA mumbo jumbo like a boss

  Service-level agreements are crucial to ensure cloud providers meet expectations. A strong cloud SLA starts with answering five common questions.Continue Reading

• How do I know my public cloud provider keeps data separate?

  The public cloud comes with risks, so it's imperative to trust a cloud provider. What should you look for to ensure your provider meets your needs and expectations?Continue Reading

• Cutting a public cloud provider out of your hybrid cloud

  Public cloud providers come with the risk of vendor lock-in, poor service and other issues that can derail your hybrid cloud. However, having a backup plan in place rids you of those provider problems.Continue Reading

• Cloud sprawl the death-knell of performance strategies

  Overprovisioning cloud services is a huge issue for maintaining high performance. This sprawl needs to be scaled back to keep costs and performance in line.Continue Reading

• Five steps to moving mission-critical applications to the cloud

  Some enterprises see migrating mission-critical apps to public cloud as an insurmountable obstacle. But, common sense precautions can smooth the transition of even the most crucial workloads.Continue Reading

• Attain magical five nines availability for cloud applications

  Every company seeks the magical five nines -- or 99.999% availability. If major providers can't promise it, how can you get it?Continue Reading

• Sidestep problems, be your own cloud SLA watchdog

  A service-level agreement is a vital piece to your cloud puzzle, so understanding what to expect is paramount. What goes into a typical cloud SLA?Continue Reading

• Breaking down what's in your cloud SLA

  A cloud SLA can be scary. Filled with governance, security and uptime clauses, it's a lot to handle. Taking it step by step can make it less daunting.Continue Reading

• A better SLA: Get a cloud contract that meets compliance requirements

  Businesses need a strong SLA for a cloud solution that satisfies compliance needs. Want a solid cloud contract? Start by asking the right questions.Continue Reading

• Addressing compliance, cost when extending software licensing to cloud

  Moving applications to a public IaaS or PaaS can complicate existing software licensing. Is a cloud-specific license with your provider the answer?Continue Reading

• Effective cloud SLAs should cover QA, uptime, availability and more

  Good cloud service level agreements (SLAs) protect customers' core business functions. Follow these tips to negotiate SLAs with SaaS providers.Continue Reading

• European Cloud Computing Strategy (ECCS)

  The European Cloud Computing Strategy (ECCS) is an initiative established by the European Commission to promote the adoption of cloud computing services.Continue Reading

• Evaluating SaaS providers: Uncovering vendor weaknesses

  Learn the four evaluation criteria for evaluating SaaS provider strengths and weaknesses.Continue Reading

• Evaluating cloud computing services: Criteria to consider

  Not all clouds are created equal. When considering possible cloud computing providers, be sure to factor in differing criteria like performance levels, cost and reliability.Continue Reading

• Wanted: New skills for cloud computing success

  As IT departments adapt to the cloud, managers may need new skill sets to make cloud computing architectures work.Continue Reading

• Cloud computing licensing: Buyer beware

  One of the major issues with moving applications to the cloud is the effect it has on licensing. It's a complex problem that the vendors have not yet answered. This article digs into the details on what IT pros should be aware of when considering ...Continue Reading