Right out of the gate, 2016 began with open source cloud computing as the talk of the tech town. I was certainly talking about, and it was the headline of every “Trend to Watch” list. The year is coming to a close, and it’s just now garnering the attention of the outside world. Technology giants like Microsoft have already embraced …
Skills to Pay the Bills: Cloud Computing and What IT Pros Need to Succeed
Do you have your head in the clouds? These days, most of us do. Cloud computing has seen a boom in the last couple of years, not only making LinkedIn’s annual Global Hottest Skills for the first time ever in 2015, but topping the charts as the single “hottest skill” worldwide. “Cloud and Distributed Computing” surpassed “Statistical Analysis and Data …
Leading New ICT Tech and How It’s About to Rock Your World
If you’re in the technology industry like I am, you know how challenging it can be to stay up-to-date in our fast-changing niche. Even the word technology has a different meaning today than it did a few years ago. It’s no longer just about our gadgets and computers. These days, technology touches almost every aspect of our lives. This is …
Beyond Cloud Adoption to Cloud-First
Odds are good you’ve adopted some form of the cloud by now, and you’re ready to sit back and enjoy the results. Before you kick up your heels, however, you may want to reevaluate the extent to which you are using the cloud. Cloud-first companies are quickly surpassing those that simply adopt the technology without widespread usage—but luckily, you can …
Cloud Computing Ate My Computer
The business world takes advantage of cloud computing more extensively than individual users, but this is poised to change. A number of tech companies are exploring ways to put personal computers entirely in the cloud, eliminating the need for physical storage space and hardware upgrades. Sixa is one such company at the forefront of this movement. Sixa’s efforts began with …
3 Ways Cloud Will Matter Most In The Future
Researchers endorse that social media, mobile and analytics are on the fastest ever growth path. Companies and investors are just pouring more funds into it and bringing in new features and solutions. However, there is another technology that has seen wider adoption and investment – and that is cloud storage. Just check a few stats: IDC has predicted that global …
How the Cloud Helps Businesses Refocus on What Matters
The advent of cloud computing technology signifies a marked shift in focus away from hardware and on to the virtual world. Cloud technology has revolutionized IT. I believe one of the benefits of cloud solutions that may not be immediately apparent is how it allows an organization to free up entangled resources, and by extension improve core business practices and …
Why Enterprise Storage Is Yesterday’s Thinking
This post is sponsored by Samsung Business. All thoughts and opinions are my own. In the “old days”—about five to 10 years ago in this industry—IT specialists focused on storage, which was expensive, demanding, and took up physical space via server rooms and extensive wiring. With the growth of cloud computing and rapid on-demand accessibility, data storage and accessibility are no …
Walk, Don’t Run, to Cloud Integration
Although there is a massive trend toward cloud technology by businesses everywhere, it’s crucial to first understand the risks of and requirements for integrating the cloud into your organization. Deciding whether you should move to the cloud is simple—the complicated part is making sure it works and delivers the benefits you want. Make an Informed Decision It’s easy to assume …
Moving from Cloud Adoption to Cloud Integration
Cloud technology has become the standard for businesses in every industry. If there’s one thing true about technology in general, it’s that it’s constantly evolving into newer and better solutions. Cloud technology was once reserved for only the most cutting-edge businesses, but now any business that wants to remain competitive has adopted cloud technology. If you are a business owner …