Cloud computing software
Cloud computing has been one of the hottest topics for IT managers in recent years, and many organisations are already introducing cloud services into their IT infrastructure. Getting the most from cloud computing software means changing the way you think about software delivery, through platforms such as software as a services (Saas), infrastructure as a service (Iaas) and platform as a service (Paas), not to mention the vital role of virtualisation. We follow the latest trends and examine how organisation are using cloud computing software.
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News
30 May 2025
Cloud migration demands contractual safeguards and clear strategy
Cyber security experts urge organisations to define clear objectives, understand shared security models and implement strong data governance when migrating workloads to the cloud Continue Reading
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19 May 2025
Keepit to expand SaaS backup footprint and intelligent automation
Danish cloud backup provider will add Atlassian and Okta support and has plans for intelligent automated restores to customer RPOs and RTOs as well a threat library Continue Reading
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News
26 Feb 2013
Accenture Technology Vision 2013
Accenture's technology vision assesses the impact of digital technology on the enterprise in 2013 and offers action points for CIOs and business leaders. Continue Reading
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Opinion
25 Feb 2013
The Great Deverticalisation - part 2: The power of open
The public sector has the opportunity, through the power of 'open', to take the lead in creating organisations for the future success of UK plc Continue Reading
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News
14 Feb 2013
Grant Thornton uses Huddle for business support programme
Grant Thornton is using Huddle to share information and content as part of the £200m government-backed GrowthAccelerator Continue Reading
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30 Jan 2013
Amazon sales soar in 2012
Amazon sales rose 27% to $61bn (£39bn) in its 2012 results and 22% in its 2012 fourth quarter revenues to $21.27bn, compared with 2011 Continue Reading
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21 Jan 2013
Interview: Alan Clark, chairman, OpenStack Foundation
Alan Clark, chairman of the board of the OpenStack Foundation, talks to Computer Weekly about the future of cloud and the role of open source Continue Reading
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News
08 Jan 2013
VoIP awareness up but user numbers remain low
A report from Ofcom claims four in five consumers know what voice over internet protocol (VoIP) is, but just 29% use the technology Continue Reading
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News
04 Jan 2013
Executive brings own software which is adopted by business
Rochdale Development agency (RDA) has started using cloud based Huddle collaboration software after a development officer started using it at work. Continue Reading
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News
06 Dec 2012
VMworld Europe Case Study: Bull SAS
Bull SAS collaborated with suppliers to build a private cloud platform capable of keeping sensitive data secure. Continue Reading
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News
20 Nov 2012
Cloud computing IT outsourcing contracts triple
Global IT outsourcing deals with a cloud computing element have tripled in number since 2010, according to Information Services Group (ISG) Continue Reading
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News
16 Nov 2012
Birmingham Metropolitan College cuts IT procurement time and cost
Birmingham Metropolitan College uses cloud-based procurement to reduce the cost and time it takes to buy IT equipment Continue Reading
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News
26 Oct 2012
ACPO use online crime reporting company
The Association of Chief Police Officers (ACPO) and charity Crimestoppers is using online self-reporting platform Facewatch, designed to reduce low-level crime. Continue Reading
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News
24 Oct 2012
CIO interview: Gerry Pennell, CIO, London 2012 Olympic Games
As the job of a lifetime nears its end, London 2012 CIO Gerry Pennell talks exclusively to Computer Weekly about his Olympic experience Continue Reading
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News
12 Oct 2012
CIO interview: Frank Modruson, Accenture
Accenture’s CIO Frank Modruson on providing IT to 250,000 people who think they could do your job and why video is the next big thing Continue Reading
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News
05 Oct 2012
Cisco acquires vCider
Cisco has acquired vCider, a provider of virtual network overlay technology to boost its cloud strategy and SDN capabilities Continue Reading
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News
02 Oct 2012
Toyota uses Microsoft for global communications
Toyota Motor Corporation is globally deploying Microsoft software through a mix of cloud and on-premise software for its 200,000 staff Continue Reading
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News
18 Sep 2012
Next Generation Datacentres: The Cloud
Analysts Clive Longbottom and Bob Tarzey reveal the latest research on the deployment of cloud in the datacentre. Continue Reading
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News
13 Sep 2012
Citrix acquires Beetil to expand cloud capabilities
Citrix has bought cloud-based service desk technology provider Beetil to expand its capabilities of its GoToAssist support product line Continue Reading
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News
11 Sep 2012
Ten killer questions for choosing an HR IT system
Inchcape Shipping Services (ISS) chose a cloud-based HR system, to manage its 3,700 disparate global staff, on the basis of 10 killer questions Continue Reading
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News
05 Sep 2012
Digital technologies to spark major shake-up of IT suppliers, says report
CIOs have been urged to rethink their partnerships with strategic suppliers as the industry goes through its most disruptive period since the dot com crash Continue Reading
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News
03 Sep 2012
Five reasons why workforce management is better in the cloud
This analyst report from Nucleus Research assesses the business benefits of cloud solutions for managing the workforce. Continue Reading
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News
28 Aug 2012
Buyer's Guide: Private Cloud
This Computer Weekly buyer's guide provides the facts you need to help plan and execute a private cloud strategy Continue Reading
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News
17 Jul 2012
CSC wins deal to transform datacentres for engineer firm Alstom
Engineering company Alstom has outsourced the transformation of its datacentres to systems integrator CSC in a five-year contract Continue Reading
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News
17 Jul 2012
Steve Ballmer launches cloud-based Microsoft Office 2013
Steve Ballmer releases a preview of Microsoft's cloud-based Office 2013 suite of productivity tools, which he says works best on Windows 8 OS Continue Reading
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Photo Story
28 Jun 2012
The technology behind the Wimbledon tennis championships
We venture into the IBM bunker to see the IT operation behind the world's most famous tennis tournament. Continue Reading
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News
13 Jun 2012
The cloud will move supercomputers into the mainstream
Cloud computing will move supercomputers out of the research labs into mainstream business, says Amazon Continue Reading
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News
13 Jun 2012
Deloitte opts for IT service management in the cloud
Business consultancy Deloitte is using cloud-based IT service management to support 13,000 employees in the UK and Switzerland Continue Reading
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News
13 Jun 2012
Cloud a game-changer for SMEs, says the Open Group
Cloud computing has huge potential for SMEs, but they need to look before they leap, says IT consortium the Open Group Continue Reading
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News
07 Jun 2012
The Cloud Risk Framework
This unique cloud framework is designed to help organisations assess the financial risks of moving to the cloud. Continue Reading
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News
18 May 2012
Guidebook: Oracle Cloud Services
This independent report from analysts, Nucleus Research offers a critical assessment of Oracle’s Cloud Services. Continue Reading
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News
10 May 2012
Cloud: Scaling to succeed in new business models
High-tech companies face challenges keeping pace with new cloud-based business models, this study from Accenture reveals. Continue Reading
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News
02 May 2012
Five trends that will affect your cloud strategy
Businesses need to keep a close eye on the evolution of cloud based services to avoid wasting money and missing out on business opportunities. Continue Reading
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News
01 May 2012
How global recruitment company runs IT with one in-house worker
Recruitment services company Alexander Mann Solutions is harnessing cloud computing and expanding nearshore IT services to support a one-man internal IT department. Continue Reading
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News
25 Apr 2012
Infosec 2012: Cloud enables security expertise for SME
Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) typically face the same threats as bigger organisations, but lack the same level of expertise and other security resources. Continue Reading
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News
03 Apr 2012
How the cloud found Mitchells & Butlers
The cloud was found to be a good fit for hospitality company Mitchells & Butlers after it approached IT providers with a set of outcomes Continue Reading
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Photo Story
16 Mar 2012
Eight of the best cloud computing tools
Cloud computing is a growing part of many IT strategies. Computer Weekly has found eight of the best tools available for your company. Continue Reading
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News
13 Mar 2012
GlaxoSmithKline adopts digital service in the cloud
Pharmaceutical giant GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) is standardising how it engages online with consumers and healthcare professionals through a cloud-based platform. Continue Reading
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News
13 Mar 2012
CW Buyer's Guide: Server Virtualisation
This Computer Weekly buyer’s guide to server virtualisation looks at the potential barriers to successful virtualisation and how they can be overcome. Continue Reading
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News
02 Mar 2012
The cloud: time for delivery
This report clears up the confusion around cloud, which stems directly from the muddling together of two vastly different perspectives on cloud services. Continue Reading
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News
20 Feb 2012
Trust and security in the cloud
Increasing interest from IT management in SaaS is focusing the spotlight once again on cloud security. This study investigates those concerns. Continue Reading
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News
19 Feb 2012
Government launches CloudStore and names G-Cloud suppliers
The government has launched its CloudStore, a catalogue of 1,700 cloud-based, pre-approved IT services now available for the public sector to buy. Continue Reading
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News
13 Feb 2012
IT professionals prioritise Windows 7 upgrade, but cloud takes a back seat
Windows 7 upgrade will drive virtualisation but businesses are slow to take up cloud computing Continue Reading
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News
06 Feb 2012
Buyer's Guide: Optimising networks for cloud computing and virtualisation
This six-page Computer Weekly Buyer's Guide to cloud networking highlights the factors CIOs need to consider for their networking strategies. Continue Reading
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News
02 Feb 2012
Buyer's Guide: CRM
This nine-page Buyer's Guide to customer relationship management (CRM) is essential reading for CIOs and senior IT professionals. Continue Reading
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News
31 Jan 2012
Website launched to monitor cloud computing suppliers
A website has been launched that will monitor the performance of specialist cloud computing suppliers and compare them against traditional IT suppliers. Continue Reading
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News
31 Jan 2012
Service-Oriented Cloud Computing Infrastructure (SOCCI) Framework
Download the Service-Oriented Cloud Computing Infrastructure (SOCCI) Framework from the Open Group. Continue Reading
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Photo Story
27 Jan 2012
Cloud Expo Europe 2012
As cloud computing moves higher up the IT professional's agenda, Cloud Expo Europe is becoming increasingly popular. Here are photos from 2012's Expo. Continue Reading
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News
11 Jan 2012
Cloud solves IT innovation and maintenance imbalance
CIOs can rebalance the scenario of spending 80% of their budget on maintenance and 20% on innovation if they harness cloud computing. Continue Reading
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News
10 Jan 2012
Almost a third of BI projects fail to deliver on business objectives
Fewer than 30% of business intelligence projects meet the objectives of the business, according to research from analyst Gartner. Continue Reading
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News
06 Jan 2012
Ramnit worm steals 45,000 Facebook passwords
A computer worm has begun targeting Facebook accounts and has stolen at least 45,000 login credentials from users, say security researchers. Continue Reading
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News
06 Jan 2012
The impact of cloud on IT
This research report from Freeform Dynamics assesses the impact of the cloud on the IT department and its operations. Continue Reading
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News
06 Jan 2012
IT in the UK SMB sector
This report from Knowledge Peers and Pierre Audoin Consultants, reveals how leaders of small and medium-sized businesses are using IT strategically. Continue Reading
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News
13 Dec 2011
CIOs believe cloud, SaaS, consumerisation and mobility increase risk
Business models such as cloud computing and trends such as the consumerisation of IT, social media and mobility are exposing performance blind spots in IT management, a CIO survey has revealed. Continue Reading
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News
12 Dec 2011
Cloud leaves many firewalls wanting – but could automation prove the silver bullet?
Most companies rely on firewalls, but the IT landscape is changing and so must approaches to security. Is there a silver bullet? Continue Reading
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News
12 Dec 2011
Do CIOs have more clarity about cloud computing?
This research shows that while there is still a lack of clarity and a reluctance to fully commit to the cloud, CIOs accept it offers benefits. Continue Reading
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News
12 Dec 2011
Collaboration in the cloud: too good to be true?
IT decision-makers are looking to the cloud to support new IT delivery models such as software, platform and infrastructure as a service Continue Reading
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Feature
06 Dec 2011
Do CIOs have more clarity about cloud computing?
This research shows that while there is still a lack of clarity and a reluctance to fully commit to the cloud, CIOs accept it offers benefits. Continue Reading
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News
05 Dec 2011
SAP buys SaaS firm SuccessFactors in $3.4bn deal
Enterprise software company SAP announces a $3.4bn deal to acquire software-as-a-service (SaaS) provider SuccessFactors. Continue Reading
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Report
02 Dec 2011
Capturing the ICT dividend
This report from Oxford Economics and AT&T shows ICT investment and productivity growth are closely linked – and European countries are lagging behind other parts of the world in both areas. Continue Reading
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News
17 Nov 2011
IT security not always part of cloud decision, says IDC
Cloud adoption is outstripping security concerns, says Eric Domage, programme manager for IDC in Europe. Continue Reading
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News
14 Nov 2011
Smart Organisations
How can businesses enhance their competitive position without excessive expenditure or taking on excessive risk? Continue Reading
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News
28 Oct 2011
US Tennis Association cuts costs running Citrix XenApp in Amazon cloud
The US Tennis Association (USTA) is reducing disaster recovery, hosting, helpdesk and licencing costs after choosing to run its Citrix XenApp environment in Amazon's Web Services (AWS) cloud. Continue Reading
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News
04 Oct 2011
CW500: Andy Beale, technology director, Guardian News & Media
In this CW500 Club video, Andy Beale talks to Computer Weekly editor in chief Bryan Glick to share his practical advice on how to move to the cloud. Continue Reading
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Feature
07 Jan 2011
Collaboration in the Cloud: everything to everyone, or too good to be true?
IT decision-makers are already looking to the cloud to support new IT delivery models - such as software-as-a-service (SaaS), platform-as-a-service (PaaS) and infrastructure-as-a-service (IaaS). Continue Reading