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Unlock the Scale of the Cloud

Jul 26, 2022

James Melchor, Chief Technology Officer at DYOPATH 

Unaware of the inherent customizability of cloud services, most small-to-midsize organizations delay making necessary updates to their IT. But they do so at their own peril. That’s why, when they come to us, I help simplify the transition and explain there are various potential “clouds” depending on their needs. Once they realize that cloud services can easily be scaled up or down, there is no looking back.  

If you want the most up-to-date IT, it’s crucial to partner with a trustworthy Cloud Services provider like DYOPATH that will help you understand your options. Any solution should be properly tailored to your unique set of requirements. A large business may need a private cloud with a dedicated infrastructure focused solely on its needs. A public cloud can be shared across multiple organizations, while a hybrid cloud offers something in between. 

Public, Private or Hybrid Cloud: Which Is Right for Your Organization? 

The cloud is there to serve you, not replace aspects of your IT that still work. So, how do you customize the right fit for your level of infrastructure and vulnerabilities? A thorough cloud assessment will help you determine which solution makes the most sense for your system. First, consider some pros and cons of three basic models:  

  1. Public Cloud. This offers pay-as-you-go services with no need for upfront hardware investments. Good for fluctuating workloads, but it can be difficult and costly to leave. 
  2. Private Cloud. A private network allows for more individual control over management and data security, ideal for handling sensitive data in regulated environments. Common downsides: higher implementation costs and reduced delivery coverage. 
  3. Hybrid Cloud. This solution is ideal for outdated systems that meet some needs, with existing personnel and resources in place. You might still need assistance managing it. 

Benefits of Outsourcing to DYOPATH’S Hybrid Cloud Services 

These days, more clients are opting for a hybrid solution that combines a private cloud with one or more public cloud services. Initially, some clients are wary of giving up control to outsourced services. That’s what’s great about the hybrid cloud; it brings agility to applications and data throughout your organization so you maintain control and keep what works while getting access to the most up-to-date tools and services.  

Hybrid cloud services have the power to maximize whatever is already in place while closing any gaps discovered in your system. They can: 

  • Automatically update cybersecurity systems 
  • Eliminate complexity and silos 
  • Drive speed and agility  
  • Address compliance and regulations 

DYOPATH gives you access to the most comprehensive, up-to-date suite of Cloud Services on the market. We thoroughly assess each client’s circumstances to tailor solutions that perfectly match their needs. Learn more about our highly customizable cloud services on our website, and schedule a meeting today. 

Thank you for taking the time to read this blog. As part of our “Scale, Security and Compliance of the Cloud” campaign, we’re showing organizational leaders how to incorporate cloud services in their IT. In my next two blogs, I’ll discuss the security of the cloud and how it can align with your GRC Strategy. 

James Melchor, Chief Technology Officer
DYOPATH  

About the author: As the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at DYOPATH, James Melchor establishes the company’s technical vision and leads all aspects of its technology capabilities development. With more than 20 years of experience evaluating, selecting, and implementing technology solutions, Melchor advises and collaborates with internal departments to improve the security, efficiency and resilience of DYOPATH’S services and client-specific solutions.