Is the Cloud Already Out of Date? The Next Shift in Cloud Strategy

Send us Fan MailHas the cloud reached its peak, or are we witnessing the next major shift in cloud computing? Many organisations rushed to the cloud, lifting and shifting infrastructure without truly modernising. Now, as serverless, edge computing, and AI-driven operations take centre stage, is the traditional cloud model becoming outdated?In this episode, we break down:Why 'lift and shift' cloud migrations may already be holding businesses backThe rise of serverless computing – is it really "serverless"?How edge computing is reshaping cloud strategyThe impact of AI and automation on cloud operationsWhether businesses should rethink their cloud investmentsJoin us as we explore whether the cloud we know is still the future—or if the next evolution is already here.#CloudComputing #Serverless #FutureOfCloudChapters:00:00 Introduction00:26 Is the cloud we know out of date?01:42 Modernising virtual machines and improvements02:39 The benefits of PaaS services04:21 Is it possible to go serverless?07:57 Planning the IT budget and actual cost - The importance of developers09:15 Do we need infrastructure people anymore? - Infrastructure vs developers13:25 Moving from Azure back to a different cloud provider15:53 Azure Container instances17:02 Edge Computing22:51 AI and Cloud Ops28:18 Logic Apps30:25 Will AI remove the need for cloud architects and DevOps engineers?31:46 What are the dangers of using AI in cloud environments?33:36 AI in larger organisations would make things faster34:55 What is the future of AIAbout SynextraWe're your new favourite cloud provider.Based in the North-West of England, our team of experts help organisations like yours thrive in the new era of cloud tech.Visit https://www.synextra.co.uk/ to find out more and book a chat with one of our cloud specialists. We'd love to show you just how good a cloud-powered work life can be.Connect with us:• Twitter: https://twitter.com/Synextra• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/synextra• LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/company/synextra-ltd-• YouTube: / @synextra• Linktree: https://linktr.ee/synextra