How are hybrid clouds evolving to allow the coexistence of private and public clouds? What are the challenges to meeting a true hybrid cloud scenario?
Businesses large and small have been at times both seduced and confused by the grand promise of the cloud. But when they talk about “hybrid cloud,” they are really just seeking the flexibility to utilize the cloud as an extension of their own data center. They also want levels of openness, transparency and ease of use – previously unattained in the enterprise – where production workloads can be easily mobilized, centrally managed and protected.
Monthly Archives: May 2014
Cloud/Crowdfunding: World Advanced Vehicle Expedition 2014 – Team GB
The Green Marine and Green MotorSport are collaborating to deliver a cutting edge, prototype zero-emission electric vehicle (a world first), designed to “inspire the next generation whilst helping to protect the environment.” Learn more, or watch the video:
‘How to Solve the Challenge of WS 2003 End of Life’
Companies are bracing for the challenge of upgrading hundreds or thousands of servers ahead of the “end of life” of Windows Server 2003 in July, 2015. Join this informative webinar to hear Microsoft’s recommendations and see a demonstration of AppZero, the only automated way to “uplevel” applications off WS2003 and onto newer operating systems.
AppZero is a fast, flexible way to move server applications to and across the cloud, without code change or lock-in. Encapsulating Windows applications in VM/OS-free packages, AppZero’s patented software moves complex server applications with ease. AppZero allows you to move from an old operating system to a newer one, with the click of a button – modernize and move to the cloud in one step.
An Open Competitive Marketplace of Cloud Service Providers
“As the cloud service provider market place grows, and cloud standards evolve to support interoperability and transparent migration capabilities, the corporate business risk concerns will be addressed and then, and only then, we may see the cloud architecture move toward replacing on-premise operations,” said Dave Peters, Manager, Systems Integration at ESRI, in this exclusive Q&A with Cloud Expo Conference and Tech Chairs Larry Carvalho and Vanessa Alvarez.
Cloud Computing Journal: How are cloud standards playing a role in expanding adoption among users? Are standards helping new business models for service providers?
Network Virtualization: Instances versus Tenants
Technology shifts are creating a lot of chaos, including the way we use words. Cloud. SDN. Multi-tenant. Instances. They’re all inter-related and seem to have different meanings depending on who’s trying to sell you what today.
That’s more than a tad bit disconcerting, because you know what you mean when you say “multi-tenant” but other people (trying to sell you stuff) may have a different definition. And that means when you ask about it and they say yes, you may not be getting what you expected – and that’s not good for either end of the transaction.
So let’s talk network virtualization today, particularly with respect to the difference between “instances” and “tenants.”
ScaleMP to Exhibit at Cloud Expo New York
SYS-CON Events announced today that ScaleMP™, a leading provider of virtualization solutions for high-end computing, will exhibit at SYS-CON’s 14th International Cloud Expo®, which will take place on June 10–12, 2014, at the Javits Center in New York City, New York.
ScaleMP is the leader in virtualization for high-end computing, providing maximum performance and lower total cost of ownership. The innovative Versatile SMP™ (vSMP) architecture aggregates multiple independent systems into a single virtual system, delivering an industry-standard, high-end symmetric multiprocessing computer. Using software to replace custom hardware and components, ScaleMP offers a new, revolutionary computing paradigm.
IT Project Management Methodology – Does One Size Fit All?
By Stacy Toof, Director, PMO, Solutions
You might be asking yourself, is there more than one methodology that can be used to manage a project? What are those methodologies? Do you always use one consistent methodology? What are the pros and cons of doing so? Can you shift mid-stream of a project? Ultimately, how do you know what methodology to use and when, or if it’s even necessary?
As you may or may not know, project management methodology is a conceptual framework for project and program management. It’s the specific development and documented approach that is called a methodology, allowing an organization to standardize its project management practices company-wide and aiding in the effectiveness and efficiency of resource utilization. The GreenPages-LogicsOne Project Management Office (PMO) has customized and documented project and program management processes to fit the specific objectives and needs of our business environment.
With that said, since there is no one-size-fits-all for each and every IT environment, there is no one-size-fits- all in project management methodology either. It’s our recommendation to start by researching and understanding what has already been successfully developed within the project management industry by recognizing and supporting the value of work that organizations such as the Project Management Institute (PMI) have already created. Take the information you gather and internalize and customize it to fit the needs of your business environment. Your thoughts and consideration should include management buy-in, a set of guidelines, standards, best practices and processes with a vehicle to constantly share feedback and communication of lessons learned, with a focus to adapt as business needs evolve.
The advantage in going through the process to define a project management methodology and determine whether or not you need one, is to help provide those individuals within your company who are managing projects the guidance, standardization and feedback mechanism for delivering better quality and consistent results. This allows a framework for sharing a common language and delivery of optimum value of cost, time and output through a defined workflow process of initiation to closure.
In addition, I would like to provide you with some insight into a couple of commonly used terms in project management; “Agile” & “Waterfall.”
It’s important to understand that these terms have a purpose in the world of project management, but understanding their definition and when to use them will contribute to your success. Agile is the ability to move quickly and easily. Therefore, Agile techniques are best used in small-scale projects or on elements of a wider program of work where requirements and solutions evolve through team collaboration iteratively throughout the project lifecycle, driving the need to support and adapt to change. You are able to recognize workable output/products, (quick wins) at the end of each tested stage. (I.e. software or product development projects). Waterfall is used when progress is seen as flowing steadily downwards within phased projects such as Conception, Initiation, Analysis, Design, Development, Testing, Implementation/Production and Support. The product is tested at the very end, resulting in the workable output/products being recognized upon completion of the last phase of the project. This means any bugs that are found result in the entire technique being performed over again. (I.e. phone implementation or infrastructure projects).
By taking time to consider these things upfront, it will help you ensure that you are on the right path to successfully establishing a project management methodology. As always, our Project Management Team at GreenPages-LogicsOne is available to help get you started, fill in any current gaps and offer you professional advice any time. What project management strategies and methodologies does your organization currently use?
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These numbers show that Box CEO Aaron Levie is a genius
When Box filed its long-awaited paperwork to become a public company, it set off discussions about the financial health of the company, and the long-term viability of its business model.
At issue was how much money Box spends- particularly on sales and marketing – compared to its revenue. People began to wonder whether the founder and CEO, Aaron Levie, was a quack or a modern-day genius.
Let me be clear: he’s a genius, and he’s not the only one.
It’s crazy to me that 10 years after the IPO of Salesforce.com as the first public software-as-a-service (SaaS) company, Wall Street still doesn’t seem to understand the subscription – or recurring revenue – business model. The software industry has been on an inevitable path to subscriptions since 1999, when Salesforce was founded.
Yet the recent decline in demand for cloud software technology stocks, causing Box to potentially delay its …
These numbers show that Box CEO Aaron Levie is a genius
When Box filed its long-awaited paperwork to become a public company, it set off discussions about the financial health of the company, and the long-term viability of its business model.
At issue was how much money Box spends- particularly on sales and marketing – compared to its revenue. People began to wonder whether the founder and CEO, Aaron Levie, was a quack or a modern-day genius.
Let me be clear: he’s a genius, and he’s not the only one.
It’s crazy to me that 10 years after the IPO of Salesforce.com as the first public software-as-a-service (SaaS) company, Wall Street still doesn’t seem to understand the subscription – or recurring revenue – business model. The software industry has been on an inevitable path to subscriptions since 1999, when Salesforce was founded.
Yet the recent decline in demand for cloud software technology stocks, causing Box to potentially delay its …
Cloud computing in India: Are we on the verge of explosion?
Two separate stories have reached CloudTech HQ which show that cloud computing adoption in India is showing more than just potential. But is the hype justified?
Earlier this week it was reported that Microsoft is offering its Office 365 Personal suite to users in India for Rs 330 (£3.24) per month or Rs 3299 (£32.42) for a yearly subscription.
According to reports from New Delhi, Redmond is hoping to recruit 25 million new Indian users for cloud services, with country general manager Chakrapani Gollapali telling reporters: “Today’s consumers are seeking a more optimised experience across their phone, tablet and PC and the combined power of Microsoft devices and services provides the best experience they can have today across all these.”
Fusing Office 365 with cloud and mobile was the first item on new Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella’s list, with the long-awaited move to bring Office to …