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Data Center Evolution to the Cloud

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Objectives

A global supplier of IT technologies engaged Edge Strrategies to resolve the Cloud Computing perspectives and plans of CIO/IT Executives responsible for the data centers of major US and European firms. 

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There was key interest in:

  • The paths they intend to take to Data Center Cloud adoption, including business and technical challenges
  • The major IT vendors considered to guide and support their adoption process

Methodology

To gain the insight required, Edge Strategies accomplished the following:

  • Identified and recruited target CIO/IT Executives responsible for data center operation and technology/supplier selection in major firms in US and Europe. (Including Coca Cola, Raytheon, Humana, Deutche Bank, Boeing)
  • Conducted 30 online surveys with 30 CIOs/IT Executives; in-depth, one-on-one interviews with 12
  • Integrated primary research with industry data and secondary research

Results:

Detailed findings included:

  • The range of varying definitions and attitude toward  Cloud computing, virtualization and the Private Cloud
  • The impact of current technologies, including legacy and server environments,  on the Cloud migration path
  • Perceptions of major vendors, including value propositions and trends
  • These and other findings were the foundation for targeted strategic recommendation to help the client improve customer perception of their capabilities and increase market share.
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