The pitfalls of choosing a cloud provider
Public cloud providers have a key role in the digital transformation of any organization. However, deciding which one to use is not an easy task.
There are many factors to consider when choosing a cloud provider. I have put together a list with a few of the considerations listed in no specific order, but this list can still grow a lot depending on each specific situation and need:
- Geographical availability, which we should compare with our current and future expansion plans
- Technology and roadmaps, which should meet our requirements and be refreshed with new features and services over time
- Free tier and welcome offers, making it easier to test services and run proof of concepts at a limited cost or even for free
- Pricing is also a key factor, sometimes offering multi-year special contracts or bundles with other services
- Security and reliability, including service level objectives and agreements to guarantee uptime...
