Busting 5 Major Myths of Cloud Migration

The trend of cloud migration continues to rise upwards in 2022.  However, many businesses have misconceptions about cloud migration or cloud computing, and some are hesitant to give it a try due to widespread fallacies. Let's take a look at five of the most popular misconceptions or myths in today's business world:-

Myth No. 1: Cloud Computing Isn't Safe

While any data storage and retrieval mechanism has some risk, the cloud is merely seen as being less secure than on-site storage. While some notable cloud data breaches have occurred, the majority of data breaches occur in on-premise data centers.

While businesses must consider the security of their data when choosing a data storage solution, it is not accurate to assume that the cloud is less safe than on-premise alternatives. Professional cloud providers offer a variety of security features to keep your data safe from prying eyes. A recent Salesforce survey revealed, “When it comes to security, cloud technology is so dependable that 94 percent of firms report significant gains in internet security after migrating their data to the cloud.”

Myth No. 2: It's Always About Money In The Cloud

The common misconception regarding cloud computing is that it always saves money. This is true in some cases, but there are numerous additional reasons to migrate to the cloud, the most prevalent of which being agility. All company decisions, including cloud decisions, boil down to money. Even if the end goal is agility, the cost is still an issue. If you haven't done the hard work of honestly examining your circumstances, don't expect to save money.

According to Accenture's recent report on cloud states:

Only 29% of companies are completely confident that their organization’s cloud migration initiatives will deliver the expected value at the expected time.45% of companies that have adopted the cloud are satisfied with the cloud outcomes.37% of companies had fully achieved their expected outcomes from the cloud.

Among these 29 percent of high adopters use cloud managed services "to a great extent," approximately three times more than moderate adopters and ten times more than low adopters, indicating that they are ahead of the curve in working with partners to achieve their cloud goals. Furthermore, individuals that use cloud-managed services "to a great extent" are more likely to completely realize expected benefits (35 percent) than those who do not (48 percent).

Myth No. 3: The Cloud's Goal Is To Eliminate Data Centers

The vast majority of businesses who migrate to cloud-based storage systems do so with no intention of destroying their data centers. While cloud computing is perfect for outsourcing and upgrading data centers, as well as developing a more coherent, streamlined data center strategy, data center shutdowns are not mutually exclusive. Instead of evaluating cloud-based solutions on an "all or nothing" approach, firms who want to use the cloud should analyze them per workload. 

Myth No. 4: Everything Should Be Done On The Cloud

Cloud is ideal for some use cases, such as workloads that are highly variable or unpredictable, or where self-service provisioning is critical. Not all programs and workloads, however, are cloud-ready. Moving a legacy application, for example, is generally not an acceptable use case unless clear cost savings can be gained.

The cloud may not be suitable for all workloads. When applicable, don't be scared to propose non-cloud alternatives. Consider your top reasons for adopting cloud services before migrating. 

The main motivation, according to a Deloitte survey of more than 500 IT professionals and executives, is security and data protection. Security is top-of-mind for everyone, from C-suite IT executives and senior leaders to IT managers and developers, with 58 percent of respondents naming it No. 1 or 2.

Data modernization, the No. 2 driver for cloud migration, entails migrating data from legacy to contemporary databases. Data modernization is a critical component of, or a justification for, their companies' transition to the cloud, according to 55% of the questioned IT leaders and executives.

Cloud adoption has historically been driven by the cost and performance of IT operations. However, as the cloud's various business benefits have revealed, pricing has become less of a consideration. It can, for example, improve operational agility and efficiency. Cloud may also present a variety of solutions and possibilities from well-known tech companies, assisting businesses in their digital transformation initiatives.

Myth No. 5: Migrating To The Cloud Would Result In Vendor Lock-In

One of the reasons you're apprehensive about cloud migration is the risk of vendor lock-in. There are many concerns with relying on a single cloud provider for all of your needs. There are several strategies to avoid vendor lock-in while still getting the most out of your cloud investment.

The most crucial thing is that you conduct thorough research before choosing a vendor. When migrating to the cloud, you must first define your objectives and examine your present IT environment, which involves a complete review of your infrastructure and resources. Also, learn and understand your cloud vendor's capabilities, and if possible, explore a multi-cloud strategy to maximize the use of your apps.

Final Thought: Take Your Next Step In Cloud Migration With Professional Assistance

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