Over the last decade, the cloud has gained popularity and acceptance, evolving from an emerging technology that inspired concerns about lack of security, to almost every company’s go-to solution. Now, it’s common for organizations to take a cloud-first approach to technology.

But is the cloud really right for everyone?

Technology news site NextPlatform.com reported that hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) has evolved from a way to consolidate data center infrastructure resources to a springboard for hybrid cloud because of its cloud-like capabilities. Organizations are turning to HCI to optimize and simplify operations and automate management processes through a single pane of glass.

The technology news site Data Centre Dynamics reported that the pandemic actually has been good for the data center, making its role in supporting the workplace even more important than before. Focus on the data center has led to renewed efforts to reduce infrastructure energy use and to increase the agility and availability of the data center.

In The Smart CIO’s Guide to Modernizing a Data Center, leader in hyperconverged infrastructure technology (HCI) Nutanix emphasized that new approaches to data center architecture are essential in this time of evolving operation requirements.

Analytics and business intelligence/data integration platforms (ABI) help corporate executives, business managers, and operational staff make faster and more informed business decisions. By capturing value from data, companies are able to pinpoint areas for effective cost cutting, identify new business opportunities, and spot inefficient business processes.

BizTech reported that the year-long pandemic has driven companies in many industries to modernize their infrastructures. This move is propelled by the need to transition to a “digital-first enterprise.”  

Today, we at ProActive Solutions want to highlight and show our appreciation for one of our longest-tenured employees, Amy Hiesberger. When Dean and Melissa founded our company, Amy was the third official member of the ProActive team.

Researchers at McKinsey & Company reported that the pandemic has spurred digital transformation for businesses, speeding up the adoption of digital operations by 3 to 4 years. Customers and employees rely on digital processes to access products and services and conduct business during the shutdown, prompting companies to adapt or risk losing a competitive edge.

The way companies are using cloud keeps evolving. Today, organizations are exploring new cloud strategies that take advantage of hybrid cloud and multicloud architectures. According to the Nutanix Enterprise Cloud Index, 86% of enterprises identify hybrid cloud as their ideal cloud model. Out of the companies surveyed, 63% take advantage of a multicloud strategy. 

ProActive Solutions has announced that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has named Terryn Larosche, Director of Strategic Partnerships, to the highly respected Women of the Channel list for 2021.