7. Impacts of the Cloud

Unlike traditional storage, where the players and products are well known, the cloud environment is under construction. On the supplier side, service offerings are still evolving. The implementation of a storage service to complement the storage already in use needs to be planned. While the potential benefits are attractive, resistance to this type of change can be significant. Before implementing this type of solution, it is crucial to provide information on the possibilities and limits of the Cloud, to find sponsors in management and to train stakeholders. Finally, it's important to explain what the Cloud can bring, and to reassure employees of its impact.