As you consider the cloud computing model, you will need to evaluate best practices for cloud adoption. There are a number of best practices that can be applied to the cloud computing model:
- Define and set goals and success criteria early.
- Fail quickly and learn from mistakes.
- Design your solution around performance and availability.
- Take advantage of the flexibility of the cloud, and don’t lock yourself in.
- Focus on self-service for your end users, whether they are internal or external to the organization.
- Build security into the DNA of your cloud solution.
- Understand how regulation and legal systems affect your business.