(0)Overview: Cloud computing is a style of computing in which dynamically scalable and often virtualized resources are provided as a service over the Internet. Organizations moving to the cloud must consider the challenges, which include data security, rapid adoption, integration with legacy systems, IT governance, and change management. This document provides a check list of the top 10 things that companies should consider before moving any of their IT services to the cloud.
Business Intelligence : Analytics, Business Process Management, Content management, Dashboards, Data Mining, Performance Management, Databases, Datamarts/Data Warehouses, Information Management, Knowledge Management, Data Quality
Development : Open Source, Windows/.NET, Web Development, Security, Mobility, Java, High Performance Computing, Embedded Systems, Development Tools, Database, Architecture & Design, C/C++
Government : Cloud/SaaS, Leadership, Information Management, Federal, Mobile & Wireless, State & Local, Enterprise Applications, Security, Policy & Regulation, Enterprise Architecture
Hardware : Virtualization Hardware, Windows Servers, Utility/On-demand Computing, Unix/Linux servers, Supercomputers, Peripherals, Macintosh, Handhelds/PDAs, Grid/Cluster Computing, Desktops/PCs, Data centers, Blades, Processors
Healthcare : Interoperability, Administration systems, Clinical information systems, Electronic medical records, The Patient, Security & Privacy, Leadership, Policy & Regulation, Mobile & Wireless
Infrastructure : ATM, Ethernet/Gigabit Ethernet, Frame relay, IPv6, Traffic Management, Network/Systems Management, PBXs, Printers, Remote Access, Routers, Switches, UPS, VPNs, WAN Optimization/Acceleration, Wide Area File Services
Internet : B2B, B2C, Browsers, E-Business/E-Commerce, E-retail, Google, Web Development, Internet Security, Search, Social Networks, Traffic Reporting/Monitoring, Web 2.0, Internet Policy
Management : Career Development, Training, Small-Medium Business, Salary/Compensation, ROI/TCO, Regulation/Compliance, Recruiting, Personnel Management, Outsourcing, Legal, H-1B, Executive Insights/Interviews, Workplace Trends
Mobility : WLAN, Wireless Security, Wi-Fi/WiMax, Wi-Fi VOIP, Smartphones, 3G Wireless/Broadband, Muni Wireless, Mobile Messaging, Mobile Business, Fixed Mobile Convergence, 802.11x, RFID
Personal Tech : Blackberry, Bluetooth, Bluray, Digital Cameras, Digital Music, Digital Rights Management, Virtual worlds, iPhone, iPod, Peripherals, Smartphones, TVs/Home Theater, Global Positioning Systems
Security : Security Administration, End user/Client Security, Encryption, Cyberterror, Attacks/Breaches, Application Security, Antivirus, NAC, Perimeter Security, Privacy, Vulnerabilities and Threats, Storage Security, Intrusion Prevention
Services : Telecom/Voice Services, Business Process Outsourcing, Business Services, Disaster Recovery, Systems Integration, Hosted Storage, Internet/Data Services, Outsourcing, Software as a Service, Hosted Applications
Software : Web Services, Service Oriented Architecture, Server Virtualization, Productivity Applications, Operating Systems, Open Source, Linux, Hosted Software/Applications, ERP, Development Tools, Databases, Database Applications, CRM, Business Systems Management, Integration, Application Optimization
Storage : Data protection, Disaster Recovery, Removable/Portable Storage, Security, Storage Fabrics, Storage Systems, Virtualization
Telecom : VOIP, Unified Communications, Voice services, PBXs, Internet policy, Presence, Collaboration Systems, Business, Regulation, Call Centers
Windows/Microsoft : Applications, Internet Explorer, Microsoft Company News, Security, Open Source, Operating system, Office Suite
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