Spotlight on hybrid cloud for 2012, says expert

According to news provider InformationWeek, cloud computing will see some dramatic steps forward over the coming year, with the hybrid cloud starting to take centre stage.

2012 predictions for cloud computing

Cloud computing is set to see some impressive gains in 2012, according to IT experts.

The 2012 IT Priorities Survey carried out by online IT media related firm TechTarget, revealed that, whilst the adoption of the new technology by enterprise IT professionals has been rather slow, this looks set to change over the course of 2012.

Only 10pc of SMBs have deployed cloud, claims Google

Research conducted by search engine giant Google has suggested that smaller businesses are being relatively slow to take up cloud technologies.

MPLS and Ethernet Congress details announced

A number of details, including the outline of the main presentations, have been announced for the 2012 MPLS & Ethernet World Congress.

London council to implement Google apps

The council of the London borough of Hillingdon is set to move to Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) and implement Google Apps for Business.

Minimum FTTP battery backup confirmed

The minimum battery backup requirements for Fibre to the Premises (FTTP) connections has been confirmed by the regulator Ofcom in a bid to standardise requirements for the telecoms product before the service really takes off among businesses and consumers.

Cloud computing can 'cut energy use by a third'

Investing in cloud computing could help cut business expenses by reducing their energy use and lowering their carbon emissions.

Technology could boost business productivity

Around half of employees in the UK have never worked from home, but with improvements in technology, many would relish the opportunity.

Cloud computing a 'top investment priority' for 2012

Cloud computing appears to be a major investment priority for the next 12 months, according to a recent survey.

Unisys Corporation recently conducted an online poll asking companies where their priorities lie in terms of IT investments for 2012.

SAP AG steps into cloud computing market

SAP AG is stepping up its game in the cloud computing market with the acquisition of SuccessFactors for $3.4 billion.

The buyout sees SAP gain the leading developer of employee evaluation software and is expected to provide a particular boost for the firm in the Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) market.

UK consumers slow to take up cloud computing

New research from consultancy firm KPMG has found that whilst UK consumers are amongst the fastest in the world to adopt new technology, they have been slow to take advantage of cloud computing.

Deutsche Bank awarded cloud computing prize

A private cloud system designed for Deutsche Bank has won the Open Data Center Alliance's 'Conquering the Cloud' competition.

Eden Project implements virtualisation

The Eden Project, one of the UK's major conservation projects, has implemented a virtualisation system on its servers.

A consulting firm that specialises in virtualisation and storage has helped the Cornwall-based research hub to refresh its ageing servers through the use of the developing technology.

Substantial cloud computing growth predicted

Cloud computing has been predicted to grow substantially over the coming years in the inaugural Cisco Cloud Index.

Cloud computing embraced by charity

A British charity has embraced cloud computing in a bid to implement cost savings in its operations.

NSPCC, a leading children's charity, has established a cloud computing contract, which will also reduce time spent handling data, as well as lowering the costs of storing it.

Virtualisation software debates block on Apple OS

Fans of Apple computers may have been pleased to learn that a major virtualisation provider recently lifted its block on the virtualisation of the Client version of Snow Leopard OS.

NHS agency introduces cloud computing system

A cloud computing system has been introduced at a Birmingham NHS agency, specifically designed to deal with supplier invoices.

Data centre energy efficiency lacking

Despite efforts to improve the management of energy, recent research has revealed that the energy use of data centres in the UK is growing faster than the number of racks being installed.

Cloud computing to benefit 'secret internet'

A secret layer of the internet, designed to increase anonymous communication, is looking into using cloud computing.

The Tor Project has often been used by activists to avoid censorship in certain countries where freedom of speech is compromised, although it has also been put to use for some less honourable reasons.

Healthcare industry shows growing interest in the cloud

Cloud computing is of increasing interest to members of the healthcare industry, although there is still some way to go before it is widely adopted.

Solving security issues 'will boost cloud development'

Development of cloud computing is likely to expand once the security issues have been ironed out, it has been suggested.

Cloud computing praised by former Dragon's Den star

Cloud computing has received the seal of approval from former Dragon's Den star James Caan.

Speaking at the Ahead in the Clouds event in London, the businessman and entrepreneur explained that cloud computing offers one of the best opportunities for new businesses for years.

Virtualisation forming key part of IT security plans

Virtualisation is now becoming sufficiently prevalent that businesses' IT departments are starting to build it into their security considerations.

Cloud computing uptake on the rise

Leased lines and managed networks are likely to be on the agenda of many businesses as research shows that cloud computing uptake is due to rise over the next couple of years.

Sunderland Council turns to the cloud

The advantages of cloud computing have been embraced by Sunderland Council as it has become one of the latest public departments to switch to the service.

Cloud computing needed to keep up to speed

Cloud computing is one of the only realistic ways in which companies can keep up to speed with the business world around them, it has been suggested.

Cloud computing set to change IT vendor system

The IT vendor system is due to be radically changed by cloud computing, according to one industry representative.

Fujitsu to extend cloud computing services

Technology firm Fujitsu has announced that it is to extend its cloud computing deployment services.

The company has launched two new services as well as a set of hardware modules, which combine to serve as a basis for enterprise private cloud computing deployment.

Virtualisation remains popular in UK

Major businesses in the UK are turning more and more towards virtualisation when it comes to updating their IT systems.

In fact, the latest V-Index, an online study assessing around 500 companies and their use of virtualisation, revealed that the UK is ahead of its major European competitors when it comes to the virtualisation of their servers.

Cloud computing could halve carbon emissions

The financial benefits of cloud computing are now largely known by businesses, but the environmental advancements offered by the technology are only just starting to be noticed.

Businesses concerned over cloud computing security risks

New research has revealed that businesses are largely keen to investigate the savings and flexibility offered by cloud computing but many still have concerns about the potential security risks.

Cloud computing deployment 'set to triple'

Cloud computing deployment looks set to triple within the next two years, according to a recent report published by the Open Data Center Alliance (ODCA).

Third of enterprise servers virtualised, study finds

Research has found that virtualisation is becoming increasingly popular within enterprises, with a substantial proportion of servers identified as virtual.

Small businesses 'missing out' on cloud computing benefits

Small businesses are missing out on the benefits of cloud computing services, according to the latest Intel Business Index.

Cloud computing will 'dramatically change IT'

Cloud computing is set to bring about dramatic changes in the way IT works, many industry professionals believe.

A recent survey of Gartner Symposium ITxpo 2011 attendees, conducted by Appiro, revealed that 85 per cent of those questioned believe that the technology will dramatically change IT over the next five to ten years.

Kingston University announces virtualisation plans

A major IT upheaval has been announced by Kingston University, a higher education establishment located near London.

The project is the first of its kind on this scale within the UK education sector and will see Kingston virtualise its entire base of PCs as it prepares for “life without the desktop”.

RBS looking towards virtualisation

The Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) has started to shift its systems towards a virtualised model, with the intention of lowering its annual technology spend.

At the moment, the bank is spending around £1.5 billion a year on technology, but all this could change if the roll-out of a virtual desktop platform is successful.

Cloud computing definition published

Cloud computing covers a large area of IT and has often brought confusion to those who don't have all of the information.

Business network usage shows marked rise

A marked increase in network usage for business applications has been revealed by a recent research project.

Tool launched to help with cloud move

Businesses considering moving their applications from in-house servers to cloud computing platforms could be interested to learn that a new tool is available to simplify the process.

VMware chief calls for multi-cloud system

Cloud computing vendors need to focus on avoiding vendor lock-in in the future and instead look for a clear balance involving integrated stacks and open standards on architecture.

Government to save millions with cloud, report confirms

The government expects to save millions of pounds by increasing its use of cloud computing, a recent paper has revealed.

Growing video conferencing use recorded in 2011

Companies could start to look into managed networks in order to cope with the rising use of video conferencing and enterprise telepresence, according to new statistics.

Cloud computing predicted to outpace IT growth

Cloud computing as a sector has been predicted to grow at a pace that far exceeds the IT industry as a whole.

Half of UK organisations turning to cloud, research finds

Recent research has revealed that around half of organisations in the UK have turned to cloud-based services as the trend starts to become an established part of IT.

Cisco and Citrix to enter alliance

An alliance is being developed between Cisco and Citrix Systems to assist businesses in the deployment of virtualised desktops.

IBM to expand cloud computing portfolio

IBM has announced a number of expansions to its cloud computing portfolio, which include the extension of private cloud solutions.

VoIP increasingly popular with SMEs

Voice over Internet Protocol, or VoIP, services appear to be increasingly popular among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

According to recent research conducted by the International Data Corporation (IDC), SMEs are starting to take up a range of new technologies, including VoIP, and others which support audio, video and unified messaging.

Third of SMEs looking to the cloud

Almost one in three small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are looking at using cloud computing in the next 12 months, recent research has revealed.