Cloud computing isn't the mysterious buzzword it once was, and is now widely adopted by organizations across a wide range of industries. Despite the proliferation of cloud adoption and plans for cloud deployment, only 37 percent of respondents of an IDG Research survey reported having a strategy for adoption. A strategy is essential to any successful project.

This paper presents the holistic approach to cloud adoption strategies and explains the benefits of having a holistic cloud strategy, best practices for solid strategies and more. Read on to learn about:

• Preparing your storage infrastructure for cloud deployment
• 3 steps to a better cloud strategy
• Public, private and hybrid clouds
• And more