Cloud uptake rises but security concerns remain
September 17, 2012
Grazed from ComputerWeekly. Author: Archana Venkatraman.
The number of first-time users of cloud computing services in the UK has increased by 27% from last year, according to research from the Cloud Industry Forum (CIF). But the CIF survey showed that, while the rate of adoption has accelerated, concerns over cloud computing security issues remain high.
The study of 250 UK IT decision-makers in private and public sector organisations, conducted by Vanson Bourne, found 61% of companies are using a cloud-based service, compared with just 48% in 2011. It also revealed a growing maturity among users with more organisations demanding to trial services before they buy them. More than half (59%) of respondents said they conducted a pilot study before signing the supplier…
“Cloud service providers should ensure that such trial capabilities are made available to demonstrate transparency of practice and capability. This in turn assists in establishing trust between the customer and the provider,” said CIF chairman Andy Burton…
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