IT and The Cloud: Introduction
I have begun researching Cloud Computing vendors that host infrastructure as a service solutions (IaaS) to examine the validity of migrating traditional IT Infrastructure services (and applications) into the Cloud. There are a number of large players in this space, from the veteran that is Amazon Web Services (AWS) to the Rack Space Cloud and to new players like Microsoft’s Azure platform and they are all vying for marketing dominance in the space I believe is the future of computing. My...
Read MoreCloud Migration: Establishment, Implementation and Professional Services Costs
I am currently undertaking a project that is examining the validity and cost effectiveness of moving a 60 user company into the cloud. I always chuckle when I read about people moving to the cloud because there are so many different definitions of what people consider ‘moving to the cloud’ so I think I should probably kick this post off by explaining exactly what I’m considering. This project would take all servers and all applications (excluding voice) and move them into...
Read MoreThe Deep Felt Need
I recently read this article and it had an impact on me, so I thought I would send it on. The article discusses the differences between developing and selling something that’s nice-to-have (like a vitamin), and a must-have (aspirin). “If entrepreneurs want to succeed…they’d better be selling aspirin rather than vitamins. Vitamins are nice; they’re healthy. But aspirin cures your pain; it’s not a nice-to-have, it’s a must have.” Heath describes our tendency to become...
Read MoreInterview Advice: Stepping up into Management
I recently received an email from an employee at a previous job asking for some interview advice. He is a very strong technical resource and wants to step up into a management role and wants to know the best way to tackle this. This is my advice: Be Business Focused Generally speaking, you will be interviewed by a broad spectrum of people when being interviewed for a management position in IT. The type of people you will typically talk to will vary by company size, but expect the major...
Read MoreElementary Truth #1 – Communication: Understand Both Sides
I’m starting up a new series today that I’m calling “Elementary Truths”. These are fundamental truths in life that so often are overlooked or forgotten about and have really been in the forefront of my mind. The first elementary truth I’m going to highlight is the basic concept that there are usually two sides to every story and that you, as a manager, spouse, friend or relative, are responsible to seek out and understand the ‘other side’ It has...
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