Cloud Computing

August 2020

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 What is Cloud / Evolution & Need..
• Cloud – Refers to storing or accessing an organization’s data, including programs over the
internet rather then on their own hardware.

• Now a days everything is moving to cloud - running & stored in cloud.

Why ?

 1990’s when internet boomed in the market, everybody started discovering its potential, which
in turn which led to further innovation in this field.

 Data Transfer speed & connectivity got better which made companies seek business expansion
through Application Service Providers

Since then…there is only MORE & MORE GROWTH !! Since 2007, classification of cloud came into
existence which were brought by leading web organizations of the world

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 Organization Shift Towards Cloud Options &
Benefits
• Deployment Models

Private Cloud : - Cloud Infrastructure is operated solely for a specific company. This is also referred to as
internal corporate cloud. This provides the most secured option. (Exclusive) - Companies can define higher
levels of security – Firewalls & Other Intrusion / Detection Systems.

Public Cloud : - Such infrastructure is made available to general public / large industry groups and is owned by
vendors that sell cloud services. Applications / Storage of data are available to all including remote users. ( e.g.
– Banking Industry )

Hybrid Cloud : - Combination of Private & Public clouds, which are unique identities, but linked together in
order to provide services e.g. an organization may want certain confidential information on private cloud &
Customer facing access on public cloud.

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Example – Public Vs Private

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 Benefits of Cloud Deployment Models
 Private Cloud
• More flexibility—the organization can customize its cloud environment to meet specific business needs.

• Improved security—resources are not shared with others, so higher levels of control and security are
possible.

• High scalability—private clouds can afford the scalability and efficiency of a public cloud.

 Public Cloud

• Lower costs—no need to purchase hardware or software and the customer pays only for the service used.

• No maintenance—the service provider is responsible for it.

• Near-unlimited scalability—on-demand resources are available to meet the business needs.

• High reliability—a vast network of servers safeguards against failure.

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 Contd…
 Hybrid Cloud

• Control—the organization can maintain a private infrastructure for sensitive assets.

• Flexibility— provides the advantage of additional resources in the public cloud when needed.

• Cost-effectiveness— with the ability to scale to the public cloud, expenses are incurred for
extra computing power only when needed.

• Ease—transitioning to the cloud does not have to be overwhelming because migration can be
carried out gradually—phasing in workloads over time.

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 Service Models
• Software as a service (SaaS) - Applications hosted by a provider on a cloud infrastructure are
accessed from thin or thick clients over the network or a program interface (for example, web
services). Examples are Google Docs, Saleforce.com’s CRM application and so on.

• Platform as a service (PaaS) - Providers deliver not only infrastructure but also middleware
(databases, messaging engines and so on) and solution stacks for application build,
development and deploy. E.g. Google App Engine (For Web Developers – Language
Independent Platform)/

• Infrastructure as a service (IaaS) - It is the delivery of computing infrastructure as a service. -

Usage of Network / Servers Operating System Models e.g. AirBNB uses AWS.

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 Advantages of Service Models
 SAAS MODEL
• After sign-up, one can immediately start using innovative business apps.
• Apps and data are accessible from any connected computer.
• Because the data is in the cloud, no data is lost if the user computer breaks down.
• The service is able to dynamically scale to usage needs.

 PAAS MODEL
• Develop application and get to market faster.
• Deploy new web applications to the cloud in minutes.
• Reduce complexity with middleware as a service.

 IaaS MODEL
• No need to invest in own hardware.
• Infrastructure scales on demand to support dynamic workloads.
• Flexible, innovative services available on demand.

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Traditional IT Vs Cloud
• After transitioning to Cloud, availability of Data Centers (Servers / Networks / Other IT
Infrastructure) makes business more efficient/flexible. It also facilitates faster time to market
(Cost Savings & TCO)

• Ongoing issues e.g. on the quality front (Poor backup / hardware & software maintenance &
during critical situations, no data recovery options) are done away with.

• Resource utilization is better, compared to configuring systems & software fixing / patching up
issues.

• Access to latest Technology offerings – Inhouse systems become obsolete soon. On the other
hand, 3rd Party / Cloud Provider – always keeps on updating with latest innovations in
technology.

• Additional costs incurred in the traditional environment e.g. Electricity / Extra Cooling of
Servers / Maintenance / Man Power / License Fees / AMC & Miscellaneous expenses are not
required after migrating to cloud computing.

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 Financial Benefits
• Balancing Workload – Ever changing business processes at times leads to increase in entries /
data - existing hardware cannot handle the load – Cloud helps to smoothen the data
transfers.

• Employee Costs – Requirement of the number of IT professionals is drastically reduced; so,

organizations which are on cloud can automatically cut down significantly & save money.

• Power Expenses – When servers are within the organization, there becomes a compulsion of
having to running these 24/7, irrespective of usage. Cloud service providers would charge less
& provide access round the clock.

• No CapEx – No cost on the infrastructure as the cloud service provider takes care of that.

• Zero Redundancy – Organizations need not invest in extra hardware for backup / restore
options. With Cloud, such costs are not separately payable as the Service Providers include
these as part of the contract.

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Some Cloud Players

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Google Cloud Offerings : - G-Suite

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 Amazon Cloud Services
• Netflix is the leader in online video streaming with more than 86 million members. Users can stream Netflix
shows and movies from anywhere in the world, including on the web, on tablets, or on mobile devices such
as iPhones. AWS enables Netflix to quickly deploy thousands of servers and terabytes of storage within
minutes as well as measure and understand the users’ streaming experiences through its analytics platform.

• Adidas is partnering with manufacturing company Carbon to create sneakers using a 3D-Printed midsole
based on biomechanical data collected over several years.

Adidas uses AWS services to respond to the complex demands that need scalability &
enablement of future digitization initiatives such as creating large scale simulations of midsoles to
optimize to the needs of athletes.

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Comparison – AWS / Microsoft / Google
• Amazon Web Services – With a vast tool set that continues to grow exponentially, Amazon’s capabilities
are unmatched. Yet its cost structure can be confusing, and its singular focus on public cloud rather than 
hybrid cloud or private cloud means that interoperating with an organization’s data center isn't AWS's top
priority.

• Microsoft Azure – A close competitor to AWS with an exceptionally capable cloud infrastructure. For an
enterprise customer, Azure speaks the customer’s language – few companies have the enterprise
background (and Windows support) as Microsoft. Azure understands the need to run a data center, and
the Azure platform works hard to interoperate with data centers; hybrid cloud is a true strength.

• Google Cloud – A well-funded vendor in the competition, Google entered the cloud market later and
doesn't have the enterprise focus that helps draw corporate customers. But its technical expertise is
profound, and its industry-leading AI & Data Analytics tools are significant advantages.

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Percentage Wise Comparison

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