Cloud Business Value

Don’t hold your breath. The payoff of your cloud initiatives might take longer than you thought.

In a world focused on quick wins, this blog post offers a reality check on the long-term gains of cloud computing. Drawing on a comprehensive study, it highlights that the true ROI from cloud adoption often takes years to show up on the balance sheet. As we navigate digital transformation, the post provides a nuanced guide on evaluating the true time horizon for cloud ROI, urging patience and strategic planning for lasting benefits.

By Max Jahn, ago

Dispelling the Universal Need for a Cloud Center of Excellence: When Your Organization Might Fare Better Without One

An increasingly popular choice for companies just getting started in the cloud is the Cloud Center of Excellence (CCoE). Although a CCoE may be a useful resource for many companies as they make their way into the cloud, this is not always the case.
Before deciding whether a CCoE is the best option, each company must take a hard look at its own requirements, strengths, and long-term objectives. This post explores some indicators that setting up a CCoE might not be the perfect match for you.

By Max Jahn, ago

Flight Path Control: Connecting the Stages to Cloud Business Value (Part 3)

In today’s digital age, cloud transformation has become a critical process for organizations looking to innovate, adapt and compete in the market. The cloud adoption journey involves three core stages that are interconnected and build upon one another: IT transformation, value delivery transformation, and business transformation. These stages are essential for unlocking unparalleled innovation, agility, and business success. By understanding the synergies that exist between the capabilities developed in these stages, organizations can effectively navigate their cloud adoption journey and leverage the benefits of public cloud technologies and agile practices to drive innovation and achieve long-term success.

By Max Jahn, ago