EXECUTIVE INSIGHT
As the data centre world continues to adapt and evolve to new technologies , a hybrid setup is proving to be popular . In the world today , data centres need to be adaptable to suit changing business requirements .
A hybrid data centre harnesses virtualisation , cloud and softwaredefined networking to deliver application workloads everywhere across physical data centres and multi-cloud environments .
This month Data Centre Magazine speaks with Lynn Collier , EMEA Solutions Manager at Hitachi Vantara , about some of the benefits that hybrid data centres can offer businesses , about hybrid cloud-based setups , the importance of sustainable data centres , and what Hitachi Vantara is doing to advance its own carbon footprint reductions .
Q . WHEN IT COMES TO THE SUSTAINABLE DATA CENTRE , WHY IS HAVING A HYBRID CLOUD SETUP IMPORTANT ?
» Hybrid cloud ecosystems are important for sustainable data centres to allow for efficient allocation of resources , in turn enabling organisations to balance their workloads between on-premises infrastructure and cloud services based on demand , energy efficiency and cost considerations .
Hybrid cloud is the way forward for sustainable data centres . The flexibility can support the optimisation of energy use , thus reducing the carbon footprint and working towards sustainability goals . Businesses can leverage the best of public cloud extensibility , agility and pre-built services and on-premises capabilities for best performance , control , security and compliance .
Q . WHAT STRATEGIC ADVANTAGES DO HYBRID DATA CENTRES OFFER BUSINESSES ?
» Hybrid cloud bridges the gap for hybrid data centres between data centre resources and cloud environments , offering a balanced approach for organisations navigating their digital transformation . In fact , 79 % of UK organisations admit that a hybrid cloud operating model , with its mix of on-premises private cloud and thirdparty public cloud services , is the right one for their next five-year journey .
By leveraging a mix of on-premises data centres , private clouds and public cloud services , organisations can enjoy unparalleled flexibility . This model allows for the strategic placement of workloads based on compliance , performance , and cost considerations , addressing the growing complexity of managing data across multiple platforms .
Now more than ever , the hybrid cloud strategy is crucial for businesses dealing with increasing volumes of data . It ensures that data can be managed between on-premises and cloud environments , overcoming potential challenges such as high costs , technical or security issues relating to data transfers .
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