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• 6 long-term plans to add to cloud cost optimization strategies

  Short-term cost management tools are one way to improve cost efficiencies in the cloud, but to stay on track, you also need long-term strategies to eliminate unnecessary cloud spend. Continue Reading

• 7 must-have steps for a cloud migration checklist

  Migrating an enterprise's data and applications to the cloud includes a laundry list of considerations. Review the steps you need to take to complete your migration. 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

• Don't overlook cloud computing training

  Cloud computing offers many benefits, but companies making the transition should be aware of the time and expense required for education and training. Continue Reading

• Enterprises want more cloud transparency

  Cloud providers have improved the visibility into their platforms, but enterprises still need more information about what goes on behind the scenes. Continue Reading

• Evaluate Azure Cost Management updates post-Cloudyn acquisition

  Microsoft users have seen a number of improvements to the Azure Cost Management tool -- but there are still concerns about its support for other cloud platforms.Continue Reading

• A comprehensive guide for application migration to the cloud

  Nothing worthwhile is easy -- a mantra you'll want to remember when challenges arise during a move to the cloud. Make it easier and follow this guide to cloud migration success.Continue Reading

• How to modernize apps as part of the cloud migration process

  Take stock of your applications and modernize them where appropriate as part of a cloud migration. Learn about the benefits of this approach and be aware of the potential pitfalls.Continue Reading

• Follow these hybrid cloud infrastructure best practices

  Although a hybrid cloud approach can seem daunting, it enables enterprises to get the best of both worlds -- if managed correctly. Learn the dos and don'ts of hybrid cloud deployments.Continue Reading

• Use modern cloud security best practices

  Enterprises still worry about the security of cloud and if migrating will put data at risk. Explore modern methods, technologies and tools that help strengthen cloud environments.Continue Reading

• Cloud application monitoring takes a multipronged approach

  To monitor cloud apps, you'll need to gather metrics on performance, cost and security. IT teams and the tools they choose to implement will require coordinated effort.Continue Reading

• Managed Kubernetes doesn't mean set it and forget it

  Don't let the name fool you: Cloud-based managed Kubernetes services still require user management. Here's what IT teams still need to know when deploying on AKS, EKS and GKE.Continue Reading

• How to meet the challenge of cloud regulatory compliance

  Meeting compliance responsibilities requires some extra steps when you use more than one cloud provider. This handbook will get you started.Continue Reading

• Cloud compliance strategies for a multi-cloud world

  Cloud computing and compliance don't need to be at odds -- even when an organization uses services from multiple cloud providers. Here's how to meet your compliance goals.Continue Reading

• How to live with loss of control with cloud software updates

  IT pros don't have the same control over updates and versions in the cloud as they do on premises. Stay ahead of the changes and communicate to staff to lessen any negative impacts.Continue Reading