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IT professionals fear loss of control when it comes to cloud computing – Ireland’s cloud news service – Siliconrepublic.com
From a survey of 4,500 IT professionals, this article compares the “risk perception” variation between public, private and hybrid #clouds. Unfortunately, the loss of IT control is the driver to these “risk” results.
Recommendation to IT: When comparing cloud risk to traditional outsourcer risk, the difference is minimal. If IT remains overly focused on cloud risk/control, business units will move to the cloud without IT, much as marketing moved to social media on their own. The only difference this time is that cloud transcends job functions and business and not only social media budgets will follow the cloud, but more and more IT budget will follow as well.
Start of a trend? – New Zealand government seeks proposals for cloud computing service | Voxy.co.nz
..also seeing traction in other countries along the same scale of a government-wide initiative…..
Government seeks proposals for cloud computing service | Voxy.co.nz.
BYOD data protection guide “screams” #DaaS | IT PRO
The UK’s information commissioner’s office (ICO) recently published #BYOD guidelines & the need for security & auditability. This “screams” #cloud-based virtual desktop (DaaS). Why #DaaS and not on-prem #VDI? Not only cost & ease of evaluating/deploying/scaling but w/a true DaaS cloud platform, employees or outsourcers can’t access the CEO/CFO/VP of HR’s desktop.
“Employers must have adequate controls in place to make sure information [stored on mobile devices] is kept secure,” said Rice.
“The cost of introducing these controls can range from being relatively modest to quite significant, depending on the type of processing being considered, and might even be greater than the initial savings expected.
“Certainly the sum will pale into insignificance when you consider the reputational damage caused by a serious data breach. This is why organisations must act now,” he added.
The Need for IT to Get in Front of the BYOD Problem
Interesting Oct’12 survey paper on the #BYOD oppty/challenge, citing #MDM as a solution but missing the boat on virtual desktop value (#DaaS or #VDI) for BYOD…though it does cite a feature of DaaS (role-based access) w/survey results/graphics. Email @ITconnecter if you would like me to send a copy or feel free to visit the MCPmag.com site to download your own.
From MCPmag.com – …”More than 82 percent of organizations are using personally-owned smartphones or tablets to access corporate systems. The bring-your-own-device (BYOD) trend seems innocuous enough to end users, but it creates serious security, compliance and support issues for IT departments.
In this Osterman Research paper, we discuss why the BYOD trend is growing so quickly and why support and content management becomes challenging. You’ll also learn the importance of having a BYOD strategy and policies in order to mitigate risks and maximize benefits.”
Business Technology Roundtable: Reaping the Benefits from Next-Generation Workspaces
#Cisco study finds that “Next-generation #workspaces will be a reality for 76 percent of businesses by 2016…” From Ian Foddering, Cisco CTO UKI, “Three key pillars emerge: Simplify, Protect and Change & Grow. Get the first two right, and you pave the way for #innovation, greater connectivity, next-generation workspaces…”
Business Technology Roundtable: Reaping the Benefits from Next-Generation Workspaces.
DaaS Boost Security, But Beware – Dark Reading
…not sure if panel covered tradtl on-prem VDI security hole from outsourcers managing the stack. What’s to prevent access to CEO/CFO/HR/Payroll desktops?
That should be an important decision criteria when considering on-prem VDI vs a true cloud-based DaaS solution, audit trail and all.
“At RSA session, panelists argue that companies can better protect sensitive data and systems by using virtual desktop infrastructure, but warn that everything relies on the quality of the hypervisor.”
Desktops-As-A-Service Boost Security, But Beware – Dark Reading.
congrats to NaviSite – Thirteen cloud service providers to watch in 2013
NaviSite – Thirteen cloud service providers to watch in 2013., one of #Desktone’s #DaaS partners….
Congrats to Nauset Construction, TriCore, NWN and Edgerock! – The BBJ announces the 2013 Pacesetters – the fastest growing private companies in Massachusetts
The Boston Business Journal Tuesday announced. This year’s list includes the 70 Massachusetts companies that recorded the highest three-year growth rate in revenue as of Dec. 31, 2012, with a starting baseline of $1M.
“This list offers an excellent snapshot of the businesses and entrepreneurs who drive the Massachusetts economy,” said Chris McIntosh, publisher of the Boston Business Journal. “The BBJ’s Pacesetters are among the greatest innovators and leaders within a wide variety of cutting-edge and traditional industries, and they are a huge reason why this state continues to be a great place to do business.”
The 2013 Pacesetters will be honored during an April 25 breakfast event, featuring a countdown to the No. 1 fastest-growing company on this year’s list. For more information on this year’s event,
Mass Tech Sandbox (Metrowest, beyond the ‘burbs)
Mass Tech Sandbox (Metrowest, beyond the ‘burbs)
Congrats to Barb Finer for pulling this off!!!!
The Mission of TechSandBox is to accelerate the success of science and technology entrepreneurs based in the 30+ cities and towns located near the I495, I90, Rt.9 corridors of Massachusetts.
As a physical destination, our goal is to facilitate access to information, education, expertise and support, and inspire the sense of community and collaboration necessary to attract, grow and retain exciting businesses.
