Storyboard: Develop a Cloud Storage Strategy

Author(s): Derek Silva

Both existing cloud computing vendors, and several content delivery network providers, are pitching cloud storage as a viable solution in multiple scenarios, including avoiding capital expense on new storage, primary storage enterprise-wide, and using cloud storage to delivery heavy media files. Use this research to:

  • Develop a clear vision for how your company can benefit from cloud storage.
  • How cloud storage vendors price their services.
  • What types of cloud storage services work best in each scenario.
  • How to mitigate challenges associated with using cloud storage.

Develop a cloud storage strategy to assure you understand how cloud storage can help the business justify a move using total cost of ownership and cost per terabyte values, and mitigate any technical or compliance-related concerns.