Cloud Computing 2013: What’s Next for Enterprises and ISVs
August 5, 2013
Grazed from Sys Con Media. Author: Jiten Patil.
Having made it past the 2013 midpoint, it’s time for technology-driven and/or technology-enabled organizations to evaluate plans and review outcomes so far, look at what has changed in the industry or business landscape; and realign for what the rest of the year has to offer. Here are some checkpoint trends, observations and tips to help you review and adjust plans for rest of the year. These observations and suggestions are based on field work, intelligence gathered working with customers, partners, prospects and industry leaders.
Key Trends and Observations – Mid Year
1. The cloud market continues to be led by pioneers such as Amazon and Salesforce.com while Microsoft, VMware, Google and IBM (along with SoftLayer) have made positive headways. Other players such as Oracle, SAP, HP, Rackspace, Terremark and NetSuite are emerging as serious contenders…
2. Cloud computing is already a key strategy for most organizations. From being seen as a technology enabler earlier on, cloud computing is now garnering more interest for bringing reach, speed and flexibility to businesses.
3. Cloud-managed business applications, field force connectivity and enablement of enterprise processes are becoming a priority for most enterprises. Cloud is also being considered as an integral part of the BC/DR strategy to ensure business continuity…
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