Multi-cloud strategies

Multi-cloud strategies typically involve at least two public, infrastructure-as-a-service platforms from different providers. This deployment model can minimize downtime and maximize service options, but it also adds management complexity. Explore ways to combat common multi-cloud challenges, including with third-party management tools.

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Multi-cloud strategies News

July 09, 2019 09 Jul'19
Red Hat-IBM deal closes, both promise a friendly coopetition

IBM and Red Hat formally signed off on its $34 billion deal as the combined company sets off to make its mark in the hybrid cloud market.
June 19, 2019 19 Jun'19
HPE hybrid cloud poised for coopetition with AWS, Microsoft

HPE's newest offerings improve its chances in the hybrid cloud market, but may draw fire from its cloud partners, AWS and Microsoft.
June 18, 2019 18 Jun'19
HPE GreenLake composable cloud services get a boost

HPE's latest products support hybrid cloud strategies by allowing users to tie composable and hyper-converged infrastructure technologies more tightly together.
June 05, 2019 05 Jun'19
Oracle, Microsoft forge cloud pact

Once bitter arch rivals, Oracle and Microsoft have formed an alliance around cloud interoperability, which is good for customers and both vendors.

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Multi-cloud strategies Get Started

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A guide to a cloud-to-cloud migration with 7 key steps

When an enterprise migrates between cloud environments, planning and process are more important than products and technology -- at least in the short term. Continue Reading
Explore multi-cloud Kubernetes deployment options

IT teams can use Kubernetes to deploy and manage containerized workloads across multiple clouds -- but it's not the best approach for everyone. Look at the benefits and implementation options. Continue Reading
3-2-1: Get started with a multi-cloud backup plan

Multi-cloud data backup is taking off as organizations seek ways to further protect their workloads. With many threats out there, it's important to have data backed up off-site. Continue Reading

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Evaluate Multi-cloud strategies Vendors & Products

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Debunk 10 common public cloud myths

A range of public cloud misconceptions -- including those related to security and cost -- give enterprise adopters the wrong idea. Read on to dispel the myths and get the truth. Continue Reading
Get realistic about your multi-cloud strategy aspirations

Multi-cloud is attractive to software teams that want to expand their development toolboxes, but be careful about the complexity it can add to your overall development lifecycle. Continue Reading
Use cloud HCI as a stepping stone to hybrid cloud deployment

More organizations are taking a hyper-converged infrastructure approach to deploying their hybrid clouds. Discover the motivation behind the strategy. Continue Reading

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Multi-cloud management tools fall short of expectations

Multi-cloud presents new management issues for enterprises. Users want better visibility and control of multiple clouds, but vendors struggle to meet these needs. Continue Reading
Build a multi-cloud application with these 4 tips

A multi-cloud architecture is often more aspirational than practical, but it's doable if you plan ahead. Follow these tips to learn when and how to build apps to span multiple public clouds. Continue Reading
Compare tools for multi-cloud Kubernetes management

For IT teams that need to manage Kubernetes deployments that span multiple cloud platforms, here are seven tools intended to simplify that process. Continue Reading

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Reducing risks with multiple cloud service providers

Using multiple cloud providers can help mitigate public cloud risks, though the challenges of a multi-cloud environment take some getting used to. Continue Reading

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