Working for Secure Cloud Architecture Enabled by Open Systems
The Open Group Cloud Computing Work Group exists to create a common understanding among buyers and suppliers of how enterprises of all sizes and scales of operation can include Cloud Computing technology in a safe and secure way in their architectures to realize its significant cost, scalability and agility benefits. It includes some of the industry’s leading Cloud providers and end-user organizations, collaborating on standard models and frameworks aimed at eliminating vendor lock-in for enterprises looking to benefit from Cloud products and services.
Participants can:
- Stay up-to-date on Cloud Computing and make better-informed decisions
- Gain competitive advantage through early knowledge and market insights
- Network with a world-class community of experts and peers, and leverage their knowledge and experience
- Increase confidence in decision making and determining ROI
- Reduce risk and avoid vendor lock-in
- Lead the development of open standards and certifications
For more details on our activities, see the public area [1] of our Cloud Computing Work Group members site. The results of our work are on the Web and available from The Open Group Bookstore [2]
We welcome everyone from any member company of The Open Group who wants to contribute to our work or influence our direction and effectiveness. If your organization is a Platinum or Gold member of The Open Group, you can join the Cloud Computing Work Group by subscribing to the Cloud-wg list via your Platinum or Gold Personal Membership area. If your organization is a Silver or Academic member, you should write to the Forum Director for Cloud Computing , asking to subscribe. If your organization is not yet a member, find out about membership! [3]
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