Why UK CIOs are dissatisfied with their cloud providers

After speaking with hundreds of UK technology leaders about cloud adoption, it is clear that cloud technology is transforming business models and improving cost-efficiency in the enterprise.

Despite the positive results, IT leaders have also shared serious concerns. They usually sound something like this:

“The cloud is great. The support is mediocre at best.”
“I am not sure my cloud provider understands my business.”
“I spend thousands of pounds a month for cloud support, but I do not know what they do.”

Enterprises expect a certain level of support for IT products, and they are simply not getting it. In fact, nearly seventy-five percent (75%) of UK CIOs feel they have sacrificed support by moving to the cloud. Eighty-four percent (84%) feel that cloud providers could do more to reduce burden on internal IT staff, and the vast majority of respondents felt ripped off by “basic” cloud support.

This is a huge threat to the success of the cloud in the UK. Poorly architected clouds that are supported by junior, outsourced technicians not only expose enterprises to downtime and security vulnerabilities, but also hurt overall business goals and reduce the likelihood of further cloud adoption.

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China Internet of Things and Cloud Computing Expo to Take Place November 1-3 in Huizhou

HUIZHOU, China, Oct. 27, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — Today cloud computing (CC) and the Internet of Things (IOT) are revolutionizing the way we live and work. When it comes to these increasingly smart and essential technologies, the China (Huizhou) Internet of Things and Cloud Computing Expo (Huizhou IOT&CC EXPO) is the place to stay ahead of the curve, to network with the best in the industry, and to build profitable business relationships.

Kicking off on November 1 and ending on November 3, 2015, the IOT&CC EXPO will take place in Huizhou City in southern China’s Guangdong Province. Building on its well-earned reputation as a high-profile, world-class fair for smart technology, this will be the fourth installment of the event, bringing together leading companies and industry professionals from around the globe.

Operating under the banner of “Wisdom Creates The Future”, Huizhou IOT&CC EXPO will demonstrate the latest technologies of cloud computing, big data, 4G applications, the Internet of Things and intelligent manufacturing. Showcasing the most cutting-edge and exciting products in the field, it is not only the perfect platform for education and exposure, but also for businesses looking to enhance their bottom line.

Those choosing to attend the IOT&CC EXPO will be in good company. Over 400 institutions and enterprises will be present, including heavyweights such as Baidu, Samsung, Tencent, Huawei, Foxconn, Suning and TCL, as well as representatives of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, and leading Chinese telecom operators such as Guangdong Mobile and Guangdong Unicom.

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