We can assume that a few years ago, "cloud computing" was a vague concept, arguing that in an uncertain future, computing would not require anymore software or hardware facilities to be used locally by the end user. This concept had its place with other futurist concepts, such as the vision of a powerful and central artificial intelligence, or Home automation. Indeed, the term "cloud" has everyone believe in a vague idea, far from our everyday reality. However, this concept is now becoming a reality and fully "cloudy" services are currently being launched by lots of providers. "Cloud computing" is touching a broad range of needs, from personal webmail to centralized CRM devices for companies. Let us study this new evolution of IT and learn a bit more about this concept. What and how- This concept could bring to people and companies a new vision of computing. How it started and how it will change in the near future: "Cloud Computing" cannot be attached to a technology or to a particular device. It is more a concept, which is based to the final user's vision of the service provided. And as a concept, the interpretation of "Cloud Computing" may differ according to specialists and spheres of vision.
[...] Here is why cloud computing videogames services may be a prior success in the future. However, even if it is a good system, developing this strategy may be dependant of technical technologies development such as optic fiber and high speed/low ping bandwidths everywhere The through companies' strategies in 2009 Let us remind it, strategy is a plan for action in order to achieve a particular goal. Strategy is the meeting of company's internal situation, company's environment, and company's vision of success in the future (key- success-factors). [...]
[...] Part two analyzing “cloud computing” in today's markets 1. CONCRETE EXAMPLES OF CLOUD SERVICE: THE ERP EXAMPLE Online ERP dedicated to small companies may have a huge potential impact on economy, if profiled as Cloud computing utilities. Student in Business school, I am also working in Administration of a small company. In parallel, I ensure a self-entrepreneur activity of website development and IT consulting. I am totally disappointed by the lack of efficient tools which are dedicated to SMCs in order to manage their activities. [...]
[...] Fall of traditional top companies shall be a condition of the Rise of new industry leaders. Here are some key success factors for succeeding in Cloud computing Age. Flexible structure and flexible organizational policy Tolerance for innovation and experimentation from businesses Capacity to attract adopters and fast-followers (The theory) Capacity to rethink properly needs and goals (“getting the head out of the handlebars”) Capacity to simplify and optimize Conclusion CLOUD COMPUTING IS A HUGE RECONVERSION OF IT MARKETS. THIS NEW THINKING ABOUT WHAT INTERNET APPLICATIONS COULD BRING IS GOING TO BECOME NEXT IT “GROWING BUBBLE”. [...]
[...] IT services to companies: traditional companies (IBM, Cisco ) lose high potential markets. They don't know how to use Internet as a good tool. Huge possibility of new entering competitors, especially on services for small companies markets. Software developers & operating systems: Their market in dying, as software is less and less popular in front of internet interfaces: Microsoft Office is competed by Google Docs, etc. On internet, hard not to find the good tool for your needs. Web browsers: This market is not involving anymore: less innovation possible (browsing, advertisement However, web browsing keeps incredible potentials in term of people attraction. [...]
[...] Part one the concept of “cloud computing” 1. WHAT IS “CLOUD COMPUTING”? “Cloud Computing” cannot be attached to a technology nor to a particular device. It is more a concept, which is based to the final user's vision of the service provided. And as a concept, interpretation of “Cloud Computing” may differ according to specialists and spheres of vision. a. Cloud computing seen by users The vision is quite simple: as a user, I should only use a little hardware device (basic computer, but also a Smartphone or a public hot-spot) and a strong, constant, and reliable network connection. [...]
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