Many IT executive view cloud computing as an attractive platform for data backup. They know cloud can help protect business-critical data and provide near-ubiquitous information access. But while having a cloud-based solution is valuable, developing one in-house is tricky. That's why many organizations want to contract with a third-party cloud provider for cloud-based data backup. Read this buyer's guide to learn how to choose a provider to suit your business needs.

Plaform as a Service (PaaS) is the hottest topic in cloud computing. This IBM-sponsored, Frost & Sullivan IBM white paper examines definitions of PaaS, discusses how it fits into the SaaS development and delivery ecosystem, and looks at approaches that cloud leaders are taking to integrate PaaS into their portfolios.

The cloud holds the power to transform and redefine development and operations—a process that is becoming known as DevOps. This IBM-sponsored, Frost & Sullivan IBM executive brief defines DevOps and examines how the new process can benefit IT operations by streamlining the end-to-end process and ongoing management of applications.

Developing a roadmap for your cloud strategy doesn't have to be daunting. It just takes a little planning, homework and collaboration. Read this IBM-sponsored white paper from Frost & Sullivan to learn about the steps involved in building a cloud roadmap and the value provided by IBM and its partners.

Cloud computing represents a game-changing technology shift for innovative companies looking to rethink and reinvent business. This session will be a practical guide designed to help IT Managers, Architects, and System Designers evaluate and move projects to the Cloud without compromising security, reliability, or control. Part of the IBM SmartCloud family, this webcast will focus on how organizations large and small can use IBM SmartCloud Enterprise to: • Realize measurable time and cost savings on your IT projects • Leverage certified IBM and BP software from our Cloud • Get a detailed overview of recent SmartCloud Enterprise product and service enhancements

There are no hotter topics in IT today than big data and cloud computing. Big data brings with it a fundamental shift in how IT can impact business. In this webcast, you’ll learn about how to: • Create affordable and flexible cloud services • Develop meaningful, best-in-class data analytic capabilities • Harness real intelligence from your structured and unstructured data sources

The cloud has recently come of age as a reliable, secure and cost-effective alternative for achieving a truly resilient business. But developing a cloud-based business continuity and resiliency plan can be challenging. Read this white paper to learn the steps organizations can take now to begin implementing a plan for cloud-based business resiliency.