Cloud automation and orchestration

In addition to streamlining resource deployment, cloud automation and orchestration reduce manual tasks for IT administrators. Get expert advice to more efficiently automate and orchestrate resources using cloud services and tools, including those hosted by public cloud providers such as Microsoft and Google.

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6 Multi-Cloud Management Tool Must-Haves

To address issues with managing multi-cloud environments, some teams are turning to a cloud management platform to bring disparate environments under control. In this expert guide, explore key features your tool should have to ensure it can meet your organization’s specific requirements.

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Cloud automation and orchestration News

June 24, 2020 24 Jun'20
HPE adds a little edge to its cloud services strategy

HPE took another step toward being an as-a-service company with several new cloud services that the company claims make it easier for users to connect the cloud to edge devices.
April 30, 2020 30 Apr'20
Big Blue weaves Red Hat OpenShift into the IBM Cloud

With versions available on its Z and Power servers, IBM's delivery of Red Hat OpenShift for the IBM Cloud underlines the strategic importance of the cloud orchestration platform.
April 23, 2020 23 Apr'20
AWS launches Amazon AppFlow for SaaS integration

The newly launched Amazon AppFlow gives AWS an answer to the likes of Microsoft's Azure Logic Apps, for tying together its native services with SaaS application data.
April 17, 2020 17 Apr'20
New fast-launch tool aims at SAP on AWS deployments

SAP on AWS projects could get easier for customers with the release of a new fast-launch tool native to the public cloud platform. AWS' move aims to attract more of these valuable ERP workloads.

Cloud automation and orchestration Get Started

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5 machine learning skills you need in the cloud

Put your IT team in the best position to succeed with AI. Develop these machine learning skills and see how they translate to the major cloud platforms. Continue Reading
cloud automation

Cloud automation is a broad term that refers to the processes and tools an organization uses to reduce the manual efforts associated with provisioning and managing cloud computing workloads and services. Continue Reading
cloud infrastructure

Cloud infrastructure refers to the hardware and software components -- such as servers, storage, a network, virtualization software, services and management tools -- that support the computing requirements of a cloud computing model. Continue Reading

Evaluate Cloud automation and orchestration Vendors & Products

Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.

7 must-have cloud infrastructure automation tools

Learn how organizations can use automated provisioning tools to automate the configuration, deployment and management of their cloud-based infrastructure. Continue Reading
What is cloud management? Everything you need to know

Cloud management is the exercise of administrative control over public, private and hybrid clouds. Continue Reading
Compare Google Cloud Deployment Manager vs. Terraform on GCP

Determine whether to opt for cloud native Deployment Manager or third-party Terraform for infrastructure as code on Google Cloud. Continue Reading

Manage Cloud automation and orchestration

Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.

Cloud automation use cases for managing and troubleshooting

Cloud automation use cases highlight the benefits these tools can provide to companies evaluating how best to manage and troubleshoot their cloud connections. Continue Reading
Adobe Sign business workflows bypass COVID-19 restrictions

Adobe Sign's automated digital processes help businesses transition from in-person pen-and-paper signings to e-signature processes amid lockdowns and social distancing. Continue Reading
Instill cloud change management best practices

Automation is essential to change management in the cloud. Discover the best practices that ensure your IT team is in sync and productive when handling change. Continue Reading

Problem Solve Cloud automation and orchestration Issues

We’ve gathered up expert advice and tips from professionals like you so that the answers you need are always available.

Use cloud auto scaling, tagging to give unneeded resources the boot

Auto scaling services help admins identify underused resources and reduce public cloud costs. Learn how load balancing and tagging can maximize those benefits. Continue Reading
Strategies for adopting continuous software development for cloud

Management buy-in, along with the right mix of tools and staff, are critical to successfully implement continuous app development for cloud. Continue Reading
Thinking outside the 'box' for cloud orchestration strategies

Cloud orchestration can offer IT pros the dynamic environment cloud requires, but a strategy must be carefully implemented to see results. Continue Reading