Opinion

Opinion

• Vendors' cloud partnerships not always an IT blessing

  Ranging from IBM to AWS, many technology titans have forged cloud-related partnerships. But how quickly could those agreements go sour?  Continue Reading

• The benefits of hybrid cloud aren't enough for every enterprise

  Hybrid cloud was once the cool kid on the market, but its fame has faded. Enterprises wonder about hybrid cloud advantages and if they're worth the work.  Continue Reading

• Cloud blurs the line between cloud brokers and CIOs

  As cloud continues to expand its market reach, IT roles are forced to evolve -- including CIOs. And it starts with breaking down department barriers.  Continue Reading

• Why OpenStack might hurt HP Helion adoption

  While HP Helion has its place in the enterprise, its use of open source technology, including OpenStack, could ultimately hamper its adoption.  Continue Reading

• Cloud market bracing for container technology showdown

  While Docker has been the container king in cloud, a new challenger has emerged. Expert David Linthicum analyzes the competition.  Continue Reading

• Winning a cloud business case debate

  The strongest cloud business case used to be reducing capital costs. Today, business cases should highlight other cloud perks, such as process automation.  Continue Reading

• Will HP's split get its cloud train on track?

  HP split into two companies with the hopes of getting back on track. But its issues in the cloud run deeper than reorganization.  Continue Reading

• IaaS cloud community plots future moves at OpenStack 2014

  At OpenStack 2014, experts discussed the progress and future of IaaS cloud. Get an inside look at the conference speakers and attendees.  Continue Reading

• Smaller cloud success stories found in shadows of Netflix, Facebook

  When asked about cloud success stories, most IT pros point to Netflix. But daily cloud wins from smaller companies may mean more in the long term.  Continue Reading

• Advantages of cloud computing don't always lead to IT progress

  Most companies know cloud isn't a cure-all. But its elasticity benefits might even be at the expense of attributes IT pros take for granted.  Continue Reading

• Cloud computing facts may unclench server huggers' hold

  Some IT pros have white-knuckle grips on servers and traditional on-premises IT. But that may be because of misinformation on cloud.  Continue Reading

• Shrouded costs could be death knell of traditional IT

  As SaaS and IaaS offer services for pricing transparency in monthly bills, shrouded costs may be the death of traditional IT.  Continue Reading

• Simple, cheap IaaS helps cloud ecosystem grow

  A stripped-down version of IaaS is beneficial to both cloud providers and customers, removing lock-in and making way for a partner ecosystem.  Continue Reading

• Make your enterprise invaluable to an IaaS provider

  When it comes to choosing an IaaS provider, don't be enticed by price drops. Your choice should be focused on partnering ability, not the lowest cost.  Continue Reading

• Letter from the SearchCloudComputing editor

  With the new SearchAWS site coming, Site Editor Caitlin White expresses her views on the future of SearchCloudComputing.  Continue Reading