One of the main reasons companies are reluctant to take advantage of cloud services isn’t because they don’t realize how cloud can transform business practices, but instead it comes down to a matter of risk, according to an article on HuffingtonPost.com.
It seems executives are concerned with the basic issue of security when deciding whether to use cloud computing to handle mission-critical data or workloads.
Caution, of course, is always prudent, especially when it comes to new innovations. But instead of continuing to question whether the cloud can handle mission-critical computing needs, it’s time to realize that an industrial-strength cloud – or one that allows organizations to focus on business innovation rather than continuing to worry about the reliability and safety of data – is ready for primetime, according to an article in the Huffington Post.
The right skills, tools and best practices now exist to make cloud computing secure, no matter the corporate demand. In fact, rather than a major inhibitor of adoption, security can be a critical enabler, making it possible for executives to stop losing sleep over data risks and focus on getting business done. The key is understanding that not all clouds are created equal.