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Cloud Computing: Show Me the Analytics By Jeffrey Kaplan | Cloud Article Published December 12, 2011 Recent acquisitions reveal that the need for data interpretation and integration are driving cloud adoption. Where Will You Shop for Cloud Computing Services? By Jeffrey Kaplan | Cloud Article Published November 15, 2011 Best Buy's acquisition of mindSHIFT is yet another example of the adoption of cloud computing by mainstream consumers. Cloud Computing Vendors: New Channel Alliances Are Critical By Jeffrey Kaplan | Cloud Article Published October 20, 2011 Cloud computing vendors must team with a greater number of channel partners who have the trust of their customers. Are You Ready for the Social Enterprise? By Jeffrey Kaplan | Applications Article Published September 6, 2011 Businesses are increasingly incorporating social networking tools into their workflow and products. SUBWAY Heads Down the Cloud Computing Highway By Jeffrey Kaplan | Cloud Article Published July 21, 2011 The franchise company is leveraging cloud computing to streamline operations. Apple's iCloud: the 'Music' of Enterprise IT By Jeffrey Kaplan | Cloud Article Published June 22, 2011 Having conquered the consumer market, Apple is now making advances in business computing as well. Hey CIOs -- The Cloud is All About Data By Jeffrey Kaplan | Article Published May 19, 2011 Although it appears to be a newfangled trend, cloud computing targets perennial issues of data monitoring. The Hazards of Joining the "Cloud Provider" Bandwagon By Jeffrey Kaplan | Article Published April 19, 2011 Seeing the goldrush, many ill-equipped firms are now touting themselves as providers of cloud computing services. Cloud Computing and 'Power to the People' By Jeffrey Kaplan | Cloud Article Published March 29, 2011 The “consumerization of IT” is driving the growth of cloud computing as end users become decision makers. Who Will Move You to the Cloud? By Jeffrey Kaplan | Cloud Article Published March 9, 2011 With the sheer number of cloud platforms and vendors all but promising confusion, some companies could use a ‘cloud advisor’. Capitalizing on Cloud Computing: Not If, But When By Jeffrey Kaplan | Article Published February 8, 2011 Firms are no longer debating whether to adopt cloud computing, but instead are choosing among Private, Public, Hybrid and Community Clouds. The Five E's of Cloud Computing Management in 2011 By Jeffrey Kaplan | Article Published December 6, 2010 Tips on managing cloud computing deployments as the trend moves into the mainstream. Cloud Computing or 'Cloud Washing'? By Jeffrey Kaplan | Article Published November 16, 2010 Attempting to ride the cloud computing wave, some established software vendors are merely rebranding existing apps without offering true cloud functionality. How SaaS and Cloud Computing are Transforming Education By Jeffrey Kaplan | Article Published October 19, 2010 The growing adoption of SaaS and Cloud Computing in schools means the next generation will be fully comfortable with this emerging technology. Cloud Computing: Small, Big Players Cooperate By Jeffrey Kaplan | Article Published October 6, 2010 Legacy software vendors are inking cloud computing contracts with a new generation of nimble, web-oriented service providers. Business Processes Transformed by SaaS By Jeffrey Kaplan | Article Published September 7, 2010 Software as a service is changing business processes such as e-procurement and supply-chain management. Cloud Computing's Effect on the Hosting Industry By Jeffrey Kaplan | Article Published July 27, 2010 The ‘cloud rush’ will result in an industry shakeout and many hosting companies will be swept away by the wave of new cloud computing services. How Cloud Computing Helps Mine User Data By Jeffrey Kaplan | Article Published June 23, 2010 While alarming to some, cloud computing’s effectiveness at gathering user data enables managers to make better decisions. Cloud Computing 2.0 and the Changing IT Manager By Jeffrey Kaplan | Article Published June 7, 2010 Despite all the hype, tech executives are still grappling with the emerging cloud computing trend. Here’s a brief guide to what it means to today’s IT leaders. Top Ten Reasons to Use SaaS By Jeffrey Kaplan | Article Published April 21, 2010 Software as a service offers numerous advantages, including limited risk, fewer upfront costs and rapid deployment. SaaS Survey Reveals Real World Experience By Jeffrey Kaplan | Article Published March 29, 2010 Results of a recent SaaS survey provide details about hands-on customer experience with cloud computing and software as a service. Are SaaS/Cloud Computing Vendors Offering Questionable Contracts? By Jeffrey Kaplan | Article Published March 8, 2010 Although cloud computing enables vendors to offer far more attractive contract terms, many vendors' terms resemble those of legacy vendors. Is SaaS Working for You? Survey by Datamation/THINKstrategies By Jeffrey Kaplan | Article Published March 3, 2010 Eleven quick questions about software as a service, intended to gauge SaaS satisfaction levels among actual users. Using the Cloud to Guard Against Vendor Lock-In By Jeffrey Kaplan | Article Published February 3, 2010 In the wake of current tech mergers, big IT vendors are offering complete infrastructure solutions. Yet customers can retain their flexibility by looking to the cloud. It's Time for IT Managers to Adopt Cloud Computing By Jeffrey Kaplan | Article Published January 12, 2010 As cloud computing become a dominant enterprise paradigm, IT managers who fail to leverage it risk falling behind their competitors. Simplifying the Term 'Cloud Computing' By Jeffrey Kaplan | Article Published June 25, 2009 The definition of cloud computing is in the eye of the beholder, yet one industry observer offers a clear (if flexible) explanation. Should Security Concerns Stall SaaS Adoption? By Jeffrey Kaplan | Article Published June 17, 2009 The success of online banking shows that Web-based solutions can be secure, while installed legacy software is often riddled with holes. How SaaS Changes the Vendor-Customer Relationship By Jeffrey Kaplan | Article Published June 10, 2009 Software-as-a-Service shifts the responsibility of successfully deploying and maintaining software applications from the customer to the vendor. The Five P's of SaaS Platforms By Jeffrey Kaplan | Article Published April 22, 2009 To succeed in the platform-as-a-service market, a vendor needs to offer a reliable and secure development environment. Cloud Computing: Beyond Buy vs. Lease By Jeffrey Kaplan | Article Published March 12, 2009 Many IT decision makers continue to see the "buy or lease an auto" analogy when considering cloud computing. How SMBs Can Save Money Using SaaS By Jeffrey Kaplan | Article Published February 16, 2009 By enabling an “as needed” approach to software, software as a service offers significant savings for small and medium-sized businesses. SaaS and Cloud Computing: New Benchmarks for IT By Jeffrey Kaplan | Article Published January 12, 2009 A recent survey found a big jump in the number of companies deploying applications from software as a service providers. Time is Right to Consider SaaS and Cloud Computing By Jeffrey Kaplan | Article Published October 22, 2008 Skeptics are still concerned about the flexibility and security of SaaS, but the reality is that most cloud computing providers have better performance records than in-house IT departments. SaaS Creates Cloud Computing Alternatives By Jeffrey Kaplan | Article Published July 14, 2008 As companies access applications via software-as-a-service platforms, they use these platforms to develop their own solutions. SaaS Overcoming Common Customer Concerns By Jeffrey Kaplan | Article Published June 24, 2008 A recent survey finds rising adoption of Software as a Service by corporate users. |
