• Learn the fundamentals of cloud computing technology, including standards and terminology based on the framework introduced by the National Institute of Standards and Technology.
• Become familiar with leading cloud vendors and their cloud computing technology, and produce a high-level comparable review of these technologies;
• Successfully draft, provide input to, and/or summarise your organization’s clouding computing strategy;
• Uncover how to strategically implement cloud technology within an enterprise architecture context.

Week 1, Module 1 Framework and Standards:

An introduction to cloud computing technology history, standards and terminology grounded in the framework introduced by the National Institute of Standards and Technology.

Week 2, Module 2 Technology Dive in:

An in-depth overview of cloud computing starting with the introduction of containerization, orchestration of the containers and microservices, to the full-scale high-level cloud computing technology capabilities that organizations can leverage.

Week 3, Module 3 Vendors and Decision-Making:

A review of vendor-specific cloud computing technology, including the portfolios of tech giants AWS, Google, Microsoft, and IBM, within the context of enterprise architecture.

Week 4, Module 4: Cloud Implementation – Public Cloud

Although public cloud is deemed the most cost effective, many organizations are reluctant to move mission critical workload to a public cloud. This module will address key questions such as what is a mission critical workload? How do you select a public cloud vendor? What are the steps for migrating applications to public cloud?

Week 5, Module 5: Cloud Implementation – Hybrid Cloud

Many organizations have a mix of public cloud, private cloud, and on-premises implemented in their enterprise architecture, i.e. hybrid cloud, a more complex cloud computing environment. Examine the driving forces and considerations when it comes to making the next cloud decision.

Week 6, Module 6: The Cloud Journey

An analysis on cloud native vs cloud enabled, along with reconciling legacy systems. Explore carrying out CIO cloud directives at all organization levels through discussion assignments and/or course projects.