Cloud Computing, SaaS, Data centres, Cloud-based

Cloud computing is a model for enabling ubiquitous, convenient, on-demand network access to a shared pool of configurable computing resources (e.g., networks, servers, storage, applications, and services) that can be rapidly provisioned and released with minimal management effort or service provider interaction. These services are hosted by a cloud provider, and are available to organisations of all sizes. These articles relate to Cloud Computing, Software as a Service (SaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), Data centres, Cloud-based applications & outsourcing.

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Premiere for Siemens Digital Logistics at transport logistic

1 Premiere for Siemens Digital Logistics at transport logistic

Siemens Digital Logistics is coming to the transport logistic trade show in Munich (June 4-7, 2019) to present an integrated portfolio of software and consulting solutions for the precise planning and control of global supply chains.

Jamf brings flexibility, security and a localised data centre to the UK with Jamf Premium Cloud

2 Jamf brings flexibility, security and a localised data centre to the UK with Jamf Premium Cloud

Jamf, the standard for Apple management, announced today that its Jamf Premium Cloud service is now available to users in the UK, providing business-critical flexibility and scalability to Jamf Pro users in the cloud.

Five myths about transportation management hurting your business

3 Five myths about transportation management hurting your business

By Gautam Kumar, Co-Founder & COO, FarEye.

Gone are those days when managing transportation was perceived as an afterthought. And thanks to uncompromising customer expectations this arm of a supply chain and logistics is now as important as planning procurement, managing inventory, and optimising warehousing.

Schneider Electric expands its cloud-based data centre infrastructure management (DCIM) solution with EcoStruxure IT Advisor

4 Schneider Electric expands its cloud-based data centre infrastructure management (DCIM) solution with EcoStruxure IT Advisor

Schneider Electric has introduced EcoStruxure IT Advisor. Harnessing the power of the cloud, EcoStruxure IT Advisor delivers a simplified way to deploy data centre management that is accessible anywhere and at any-time.

This cloud-based planning and modeling tool enables data centre operators of large data centres and colocation facilities to reduce operating expenses and maximize uptime by optimising capacity, analysing business impact, and automating workflows.

Cobalt Iron and SCC join forces to offer a fully automated enterprise data protection solution in the UK and Ireland

5 Cobalt Iron and SCC join forces to offer a fully automated enterprise data protection solution in the UK and Ireland

Cobalt Iron Inc., provider of cloud-based data protection, and SCC, the independent European IT business, have announced a reseller partner agreement.

Virtustream to manage key part of Dell Digital’s ERP landscape in support of its multi-cloud strategy

6 Virtustream to manage key part of Dell Digital’s ERP landscape in support of its multi-cloud strategy

Virtustream, the enterprise-class cloud company and a Dell Technologies business, has announced that the Dell Digital team, which oversees the company’s IT and commerce systems, has partnered with Virtustream to migrate and manage Dell’s SAP-based ERP System, which includes SAP Business Warehouse, on Virtustream Enterprise Cloud.

UK Managed Services & Hosting Summit 2019 announced

7 UK Managed Services & Hosting Summit 2019 announced

Leading Vendors, Solution and Service Providers to meet in London in September 2019

Aruba simplifies enterprise IoT adoption with new automated security and next-gen wireless solutions

8 Aruba simplifies enterprise IoT adoption with new automated security and next-gen wireless solutions

Aruba, a Hewlett Packard Enterprise company, has announced two new offerings to help enterprise customers simplify the adoption of IoT.

Migrating infrastructure to the cloud – what the Board needs to know

9 Migrating infrastructure to the cloud – what the Board needs to know

By Johnny Carpenter, Director of Sales EMEA, iland.

If you serve on the board of a UK organisation, it’s likely that digital transformation is high on your agenda as you look strategically at futureproofing your business.

Avaya introduces cloud transformation program making it easier for companies to adopt the cloud communications infrastructure that best meets their needs

10 Avaya introduces cloud transformation program making it easier for companies to adopt the cloud communications infrastructure that best meets their needs

Avaya Holdings Corp has introduced its program to assist organisations considering cloud communications delivery models as part of their digital transformation. Avaya’s cloud transformation program makes it easier and removes uncertainty and risk from the transition.

Cloud computing

Cloud computing is the delivery of computing services—including servers, storage, databases, networking, software, analytics, and intelligence—over the Internet (“the cloud”).

These services are hosted by a cloud provider—a company that provides the computing resources and infrastructure over the Internet.

Cloud computing offers several advantages over traditional on-premises IT, including:

  • Scalability: Cloud computing resources can be scaled up or down as needed, so you only pay for what you use.
  • Flexibility: Cloud computing services can be accessed from anywhere with an internet connection, so you can work from home, the office, or on the go.
  • Cost savings: Cloud computing can help you save money on hardware, software, and IT staff.

There are four main types of cloud computing:

  • Public cloud: A public cloud is a cloud computing infrastructure that is open to the public. Public cloud providers, such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP), offer a wide range of cloud services.
  • Private cloud: A private cloud is a cloud computing infrastructure that is dedicated to a single organization. Private clouds are typically more expensive than public clouds, but they offer greater security and control.
  • Hybrid cloud: A hybrid cloud is a combination of a public cloud and a private cloud. Hybrid clouds offer the best of both worlds, providing the scalability and flexibility of a public cloud with the security and control of a private cloud.
  • Multicloud: A multicloud is a deployment strategy that uses multiple cloud providers. Multicloud can help you improve reliability and performance, and it can also give you more flexibility in choosing the right cloud provider for your needs.

Cloud computing is a rapidly growing market, and it is expected to continue to grow in the coming years. As more and more businesses adopt cloud computing, it is becoming an essential part of the modern IT landscape.

Here are some examples of cloud computing:

  • Email: Gmail, Outlook, and Yahoo Mail are all examples of cloud computing services.
  • Storage: Dropbox, Google Drive, and iCloud are all examples of cloud storage services.
  • Databases: Amazon Relational Database Service (RDS) and Microsoft SQL Azure are both examples of cloud database services.
  • Software: Salesforce and Workday are both examples of cloud-based software applications.
  • Networking: Amazon Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) and Microsoft Azure Virtual Network (VNet) are both examples of cloud networking services.

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