Clarifying Cloud Computing

CenterBeam has launched a series of informative videos to clarify “cloud computing” for mid-sized organizations.  Dr. A. Kevin Francis, CenterBeam's CEO, kicks off the series with a look at the changing IT landscape and the infrastructure investment decisions CFOs and CIOs are facing today.

The series continues with insights provided by Shahin Pirooz, CenterBeam’s Chief Security & Technology Officer. Topics include key considerations when moving to the cloud, choosing a cloud provider, and cloud security. While cloud terminology is new, the technology is not. Mr. Pirooz has been at the forefront of cloud technology for more than a decade, throughout the evolution from ASP to managed services to what is now commonly known as cloud computing, and provides practical insights for business leaders looking to leverage the cost, time and resource benefits of the cloud.

IT Investment Crossroad: Fixed vs. Flexible Costs

Synopsis: Dr. A. Kevin Francis, CEO of CenterBeam shares his perspective on 3 major shifts in IT spending over the past decade, and the infrastructure investment decisions CFOs and CIOs are facing today.

Enterprise Mac Security & Support

Synopsis: The explosive adoption of Apple products (Mac®, iPhone® and iPad®) in the workplace creates challenges and complications for the IT department, which is expected to integrate, support and maintain enterprise-class security for all devices used in the corporate environment -- regardless of the underlying operating system.

In this clip, CenterBeam's CTO, Shahin Pirooz, talks about CenterBeam's expanded Endpoint Management and Security offerings, as well as its 24x7 Helpdesk, which enable enterprises to support their users' preferred device choices without compromising security or adding complexity to IT management.

Key Considerations When Moving to the Cloud

Synopis: Shahin Pirooz, CenterBeam's CTO, shares key considerations when moving to the cloud. He answers two frequently asked questions: "How do I choose the right partner?" and "How do I know my data is safe in the cloud?"

Choosing a Cloud Provider – 6 Considerations

Synopsis: With so many cloud service providers to choose from, how do you pick the right partner? In this short video clip, Shahin Pirooz, CenterBeam's Chief Technology Officer, shares six points to consider including, What is a provider's breadth of capabilities? Is security native to what they do? Who handles integration between services? 

Ensuring Cloud Security

Synopis: With so many cloud security breaches in headline news, it may seem like "the cloud" is especially vulnerable. Not so, according to Shahin Pirooz, CenterBeam's chief technology officer. Pirooz explains the security breaches are all instances that have happened in the public cloud space. He explains that part of the reason for the breaches is a result of open application programming interfaces (APIs) that are available for customers to integrate services into their environment. Unfortunately, these open APIs can also be exploited by hackers.

Cloud Computing Security, Options and Trends

Synopis: ETM analyst David Tran interviews Shahin Pirooz, Chief Technology and Security Officer for CenterBeam, a 12 year veteran in delivering managed services over the cloud. Pirooz offers his expert analysis of the nature of security in the cloud environment, and practical insight on how to tailor your cloud infrastructure to meet your organization's needs.

What Does (and Doesn't) Belong in the Cloud?

Synopsis: When making a move to the cloud, organizations shouldn't feel locked in to an "all or nothing" approach. Some things are better suited to manage in-house. In order to build out a solution that is the best fit for your organization, your provider should offer a broad scope of services with the ability to blend on-premise, cloud and software-as-a-service (SaaS).

Questions?

Whether you're considering a public, private, on-premise or hybrid solution--or you're trying to sort through the slew of acronyms and options--we're available to answer any questions you have about your environment and specific business requirements.