Tips to avoid the most common mistakes in cloud strategies

It is hard to read any trade magazine article, talk to a technology professional, or attend any conference without being inundated with all of the benefits of going to the cloud.

And it’s no wonder why: from cost savings to the flexibility and scalability of the infrastructure and services to the shifting in workload, the benefits to your operations and bottom line are real.

However, the transition from idea to cloud strategy to cloud implementation can be filled with hurdles, tough decisions, and potential mistakes if you do not approach the initiative with the right mindset and information.

So what are some of the most common mistakes found in cloud strategies that the professionals at Think|Stack see most often? Here are the top five and tips on how your team can avoid making them.

 

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