It seems like every organization is either already in the cloud or in the process of migrating there. Cloud-based technology offers a lot of very attractive benefits, certainly. However, the process of moving from relying on in-house hardware to operating in the cloud can be quite bumpy and littered with potholes that can completely derail your migration plans. Given the …
The cloud has proven its staying power. According to Gartner, 2022 should see end-user spending on cloud services grow by 21.7%, and by 2026, it will surpass 45% of all enterprise spending. However, that growth is not without its challenges. Too often, organizations feel they must be loyal to the technology brands they know and/or already use. While that makes …
Planning a cloud transition? It can offer tremendous benefits and unlock important capabilities. However, it’s not without its challenges. One of the first considerations you’ll need to make is how you’ll connect the gap in coverage between in-house and cloud term agreements. Now, you might think that working alongside your OEM is the best option. After all, these are the …
It was not too long ago that for enterprises to succeed, they required vast amounts of in-house IT hardware and robust teams of professionals. However, that’s not the case today. Cloud-based technology allows organizations to downsize their on-prem data centers, reduce their IT staffing needs, and enjoy better performance and accessibility at the same time. However, jumping into the cloud isn’t …
Once upon a time, the cloud was touted as the solution to all your computing woes. It was agile, available, flexible, and scalable. Businesses jumped onboard by the scores. Today, the landscape looks a little different. While the cloud isn’t going anywhere, more businesses are choosing to reclaim some of their workloads. Cloud repatriation is the term given to this …
Cloud migration – more and more organizations are considering some version. You could be migrating to the public cloud, a private cloud, or a hybrid that blends the benefits of both. Cloud technology offers some pretty impressive benefits, including automation, dramatically improved connectivity, seamless data transmission, and so much more. However, there are things that can go wrong during the …
“The cloud” is more than just a buzzword. It’s a critical solution that promises a broad range of benefits, from increased agility to better access to your data and everything in between. However, for organizations moving from an on-premises network to the cloud (aka cloud migration), many different hurdles can threaten to derail the process. The answer to your cloud …
About to embark on a cloud migration? You’re not alone. Organizations of all sizes around the world are eager to enjoy the benefits that the cloud can offer. Chances are good you’re looking forward to better accessibility, flexibility, and improved performance yourself. What you’re not looking forward to–and may not even know about–are the many hurdles you’ll encounter along the …
The majority of cloud storage providers purposely make it difficult to understand how much you’re storing and the details of what it’s costing you. Why? Well, the TCO for storing data in the cloud is typically much higher than the per-gigabyte price that vendors advertise. And while cloud providers are great at offering deceptively simple prices, the truth is there …
Organizations of all sizes are racing to the cloud. But what exactly are they racing towards? Small-to-medium sized businesses need to understand that they have options when it comes to backup storage, and Riverstone Technology is here to help you make the smartest decision. While the need to backup your data is indisputable, how you do so is a matter …
