Building an Open and Nimble Cloud Framework

As we explored the various cloud transformation journeys, the next crucial step is establishing a foundation that is open and nimble to support the current and future business demands. An open cloud framework is extremely critical to the success of digital transformation within an enterprise and is often an overlooked aspect when organizations embark on cloud journeys. For instance, an organization may start its cloud journey within an isolated line of business that continues to push the boundaries of digital innovation and transformation, which, over time, can lead to cloud debt. Cloud debt can stem from a lack of a standardized infrastructure or platform, a lack of established standards for integration, cloud anti-patterns, a lack of governance, and a lack of reuse.

Choosing the right technology stack and tooling is more important than the actual choice of a cloud provider and platform. Irrespective of whether an organization is establishing...