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Step 7: Plan a Well-Designed
Organizational Structure
Technology is only as good as how well the organization is
prepared to use it. Change is difficult and many developers
and operational personnel may be resistant to trying a new
approach. Educate your team on both cloud computing itself
and the benefits of a PaaS environment.
Many IT professionals are concerned that cloud environments
may make their skills and knowledge obsolete. However, PaaS
actually makes IT more effective in supporting the business.
Step 8: Continuously Evaluate
Emerging Standards
Cloud computing as a commercial practice for companies is evolving,
so you should continue to evaluate emerging standards and
best practices. Embrace these approaches to remain competitive.
Step 9: Embrace the Continuum
of the Develop/Deploy Cycle
Successful companies understand that after they develop
and deploy an application through a PaaS environment that
they aren’t finished. Applications are increasingly becoming
dynamic. Cloud-based applications are continually being
updated with the latest innovations.
Step 10: Turn the Experience
into a Strategy Roadmap
Plot out a roadmap for what you’re going to put into practice
over the next few years. If you took a peek at any of the steps
before this section, use those steps as the beginning of your
journey in planning. Don’t try to plan for ten years. A 3- to 5-year
roadmap helps you construct a meaningful and realistic plan.