The Cloud Computing Spectrum
I recently gave a talk on the key trends in cloud computing and to set the stage, I was asked…
Hybrid IT Service Delivery
This post sponsored by the Enterprise CIO Forum and HP. Today’s users expect IT services and response to be immediate,…
Key Trends in Cloud Computing – Mid-2011 Update
As we round the bend half way through 2011 (the year of cloud computing), we’re seeing some interesting trends emerge…
5 Benefits of Managed Cloud Computing
In previous blogs I wrote about the benefits of private cloud computing and the benefits of public cloud computing based…
Consolidation in the Social Software Market Continues: VMware Acquires SocialCast
I have to admit that Tuesday's announcement from VMware was a bit of a head scratcher for me, at least…
Do Customers REALLY Want to Know What’s Inside the Black Box?
From politician salaries to calorie counts on restaurant items, “transparency” is a key buzzword in government and business circles. However,…
Predictive Analytics World New York City Conference Announces Speaker Line-Up
New York City, NY – Predictive Analytics World, the business-focused event for predictive analytics professionals, managers and commercial practitioners, today…
Netsuite SuiteWorld 2011, Making ERP Social
I spent time this week in San Francisco with the Netsuite team and a good cross section of customers and…
Mr. Jassy, Tear Down This Wall! – a Letter to Amazon’s Web Services
Andrew Jassy SVP, Amazon Web Services Hi Andy, I am not going to ask you how are you doing. For…
Standardizing the Cloud
On Monday, April 4, the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, a major standards organization, announced two working groups to…

