Having identified a business challenge that AI is able to solve, CIOs must consider the stages towards successful AI – which is, after all, only a technology and not an outcome in itself.

https://www.computerweekly.com/ITinfrastructure/Where-to-start-with-AI-the-journey-from-business-need-to-delivery?asrc=SS_CW_NEWS

Hosting all the applications with a single cloud service provider may invite trouble even if distinct data centres, availability zones or regions are chosen.

In our latest blog post, we write about the benefits of a #multicloud strategy.

https://www.simplex-services.com/what-are-the-benefits-of-a-multicloud-strategy/

Backup product maker @Veeam has launched version 10 of its Availability Suite.

Key additions in this full-number upgrade include NAS backup, and the ability to recover virtual and physical machines to a VMware virtual machine.

https://www.computerweekly.com/news/252478546/Veeam-Availability-Suite-v10-adds-NAS-backup-and-cloud-tiering

The UK may have finally left the European Union, but the now the wrangling over key aspects of the country's future relationship with Europe – including data flows – really begins.

@dannyjpalmer writes in @ZDNet

https://www.zdnet.com/article/on-data-protection-the-uk-says-it-will-go-it-alone-it-probably-wont/

Umm... we're sorry? 😉

Microsoft would like nothing more than to pick up some of those juicy Oracle corporate customers, so it has quite a bit to gain from the deal. For Oracle, it plugs a gap in the database goliath's lineup.

@richard_speed writes in @TheRegister

https://www.theregister.co.uk/2020/02/12/microsoft_oracle_cloud_coop/

Today is Safer Internet Day!

Let's all work towards an internet that is safe and stimulating for everyone. @UK_SIC

#saferinternetday #SID2020

Companies are moving more applications than ever to the cloud, but many of these initiatives fail. Learn how to avoid making your own cloud migration mistakes.

Read more on @searchCIO: https://searchcio.techtarget.com/feature/Cloud-migration-failures-and-how-to-prevent-them

If your business is still running on Windows 7, you have some important decisions to make.

Get in touch with us! #SwitchWithSimplex

https://www.zdnet.com/article/what-is-your-companys-windows-7-exit-strategy/

Everything's that wrong with IT consulting.

We can do better. Get in touch!

For progressive organizations that want to fly cloud-ward without placing all their eggs in the same basket, they can do just that: leverage a multi-cloud environment.

Here's our blog post about the key criteria for adopting multi-cloud: https://www.simplex-services.com/multicloud-a-reality/

According to @Canalys, AWS remains the biggest provider of infrastructure clouds with a revenue haul of $34.6bn in 2019 but for the first time it has pulled in less than double that of nearest rival Microsoft.

@timanderson writes in @TheRegister:
https://www.theregister.co.uk/2020/02/04/worldwide_cloud_computing/

The UK is half-way through a ten-year national programme designed to boost quantum technologies, which has so far benefited from a combined £1 billion investment from government and industry.

https://www.zdnet.com/article/the-quantum-revolution-is-upon-us-but-we-dont-really-know-what-to-do-with-it/

When thinking about migrating to the cloud, these are three core models to choose from: SaaS, PaaS and IaaS.

Here's what each does and how to determine which model is right for your business. @EstherShein writes in @TechRepublic

https://www.techrepublic.com/article/saas-paas-iaas-the-differences-between-each-and-how-to-pick-the-right-one/

Get in touch with us, maybe? 😉

The UK’s cyber security industry employs 43,000 full-time workers, and contributed nearly £4bn to the UK economy in 2019, according to DCMS.

@alexscroxton writes in @ComputerWeekly

https://www.computerweekly.com/news/252477508/UK-cyber-security-sector-worth-more-than-8bn

.@PwC has been undergoing a large digital transformation effort that includes upskilling its workforce to become more technology and analytics savvy. The benefits of those efforts are starting to bubble up.

@ldignan writes in @ZDNet.

https://www.zdnet.com/article/four-lessons-from-pwcs-digital-transformation-workforce-upskilling-efforts/

The SophosLabs 2020 Threat Report explores some of the major changes in the threat landscape that emerged over the last year in cloud computing. These will continue to impact cybersecurity in 2020.

https://www.simplex-services.com/security-landscape-for-cloud-computing-in-2020/

Happy #RepublicDay, India!

India has taken massive leaps towards being a force to reckon with globally, especially in the field of science and technology.

We congratulate all our friends and associates in the country.

Gong Xi Fa Cai! #CNY2020

Wishing everyone good luck, good health, and prosperity in the #YearOfTheRat.

“Little Missteps, Big Breaches”

The @SophosLabs 2020 Threat Report explores some of the major changes in the threat landscape that emerged over the last year in cloud computing, and will continue to impact cybersecurity in 2020.

Read our blog post:
https://www.simplex-services.com/security-landscape-for-cloud-computing-in-2020/

Besides supporting cloud-native software development, DevOps’ biggest gains lie in legacy systems, says @puppetize field CTO.

https://www.computerweekly.com/news/252476273/Why-enterprises-should-care-about-DevOps

Global IT spending is on the up, @Gartner_inc says, rising from $3.8 trillion in 2019 to $3.9 trillion in 2020, spurred on by the upcoming end of support for Windows 7 as well as enterprise cloud software purchases.

@SecurityCharlie writes in @ZDNet.

https://www.zdnet.com/article/worldwide-it-spending-to-reach-3-9-trillion-in-2020/

The lessons learned from a decade of digital transformation provide a roadmap for those embarking on their own initiatives.

@CIOonline, @Computerworld, @CSOonline, @infoworld and @NetworkWorld team up to dissect that legacy from every angle.

https://www.cio.com/article/3513849/the-state-of-digital-transformation-in-2020.html

Cloud is mainstream but the datacentre’s here to stay.

This has resulted in a trend towards as-a-service in the datacentre where big storage array makers and the cloud giants meet.

https://www.computerweekly.com/feature/Big-storage-meets-cloud-in-the-datacentre-as-a-service-revolution

We've moved... but only just! We're still at @sinc_innovation but moved to a new office.

If you'd like to note, our new Brighton office address is:
35, Sussex Innovation Centre, Science Park Square, Falmer, Brighton BN1 9SB

Google has launched Cloud Premium Support in a bid to improve cloud services for enterprise clients.

More details here: https://cloud.google.com/blog/products/management-tools/enterprise-support-upgrades-for-mission-critical-work

You need the right tools to enhance and optimize your organization's productivity.

We can help. Get in touch!

After Windows 7 reaches the end of support this month, @Microsoft will no longer provide technical support for any issues, software updates, and security updates or fixes.

We can help you migrate to Windows 10 in quick time. Get in touch!

https://www.simplex-services.com/windows-7-end-of-life-support-windows-10-upgrade/

2019 has been quite the year as far as #cybersecurity is concerned. Here are the top 10 cybersecurity stories of 2019, which open a window onto the 2020 cyber threatscape.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/daveywinder/2019/12/27/the-top-10-cybersecurity-stories-of-2019-a-window-onto-the-2020-threatscape/#6718bbd87992

An online survey of 450 IT leaders from companies in the U.S., UK, Ireland, and Germany found that although line-of-business leaders are gaining power because of cloud purchases, IT is still most often responsible for budget, security, and compliance.

https://www.informationweek.com/strategic-cio/it-strategy/cio-influence-shifts-as-cloud-spending-rises/d/d-id/1336679

Meet Subodh Rawat! 👨‍💻

Subodh is part of #TeamSimplex as a Solution Architect and is an experienced CCIE Certified Network and Security Architect. 🧮

Cloud computing in 2020...

Here's what @jlwallen predicts for the cloud and cloud-adjacent technology in 2020 and why he encourages you to dream big in this @TechRepublic feature.

https://www.techrepublic.com/article/cloud-computing-in-2020-predictions-about-security-ai-kubernetes-more/

Here's wishing all our friends, partners, and customers a very happy 2020.
Let's do great things together this year!

IBM's CTO of Open Technology, @christo4ferris, talks about the open-source innovation predictions for the 2020s and looks back at the innovations of the past decade in this @TechRepublic feature by @EstherShein.

https://www.techrepublic.com/article/5-open-source-innovation-predictions-for-the-2020s/

Meet Damanjeet Kawatra​! 👨‍💻

Damanjeet is a part of #TeamSimplex and works as a Technical Project Manager as an expert in the End Users Computing (EUC) area. 🎯

As the Christmas celebrations roll over to the #BoxingDay, hope the celebrations of Boxing Day roll over to the New Year.

Season's greetings, y'all!

Happy Holidays, everyone... from all of us, to you and yours!

Here's wishing you a wonderful and joyous Christmas Eve with family and friends!

Meet Ravi Kambam (@ravi_simplex). 👨‍💻

Ravi is part of #TeamSimplex as a Solution Architect. He is an experienced Technical Consultant and Architect who gets involved in designing and implementing solutions for our customers as per their business needs. 🧮

Multicloud offers optimised ROI, enhanced security, right levels of latency and performance, autonomy and multi-vendor strategy.

But what are the key criteria for adopting multicloud? @mohitbajaj lists them in his blog post.

https://www.simplex-services.com/multicloud-a-reality/

Cloud computing was one of the hottest topics in the technology and business media throughout 2019.

@parkmycloudjay talks about a few trends of note that stood out this year.

https://devops.com/the-top-six-cloud-computing-trends-of-2019/

When #Windows7 reaches the end of support on January 14, 2020, your computer will still function, but #Microsoft will no longer provide technical support for any issues, software updates, and security updates or fixes.

Here's what you need to do...
https://www.simplex-services.com/windows-7-end-of-life-support-windows-10-upgrade/

Meet Srimathi! 👩‍💻

Sri is a part of #TeamSimplex as a Senior Project Manager. She is a seasoned IT Consultant, providing consulting services to our key customers. 🥇

#womenintech

On January 14, 2020, #Windows7 will reach End of Life and #Microsoft will no longer update or support the operating system after that.

Our latest blog explains all you need to know about Windows 7 end-of-life, and what you should do about it.

https://www.simplex-services.com/windows-7-end-of-life-support-windows-10-upgrade/

Cloud computing’s past, present, and future are the subjects of countless business and technology discussions — and the upcoming year is no exception.

Here are the top trends to watch — and start preparing for — in the new year by @ntirety.

https://www.ntirety.com/the-future-of-cloud-computing-top-10-trends-to-watch-in-2020/

With most businesses already relying on multiple cloud providers to meet their business objectives, we are now living in a multicloud world.

But how can organizations navigate multiple cloud environments while meeting their business priorities?

https://www.ibm.com/blogs/cloud-computing/2019/05/07/navigate-multicloud-management/

Do you know that @Microsoft will end support for #Windows7 in January 2020?

Drop us a line and we’ll help you successfully migrate off Windows 7 so that your computers aren’t vulnerable to any security risks. It’s now or never!

#SwitchWithSimplex

As the next phase of cloud adoption occurs, the key question that now needs to be answered is “how to adopt multicloud?”.

@mohitbajaj tries to list some of the key criteria in this blog post.

https://www.simplex-services.com/multicloud-a-reality/

For IT leaders, the new year is a prime time for planning, organizing and launching new strategies and initiatives. It is essential to start thinking about tactics and goals as soon as possible for a successful 2020. @CIOonline

https://www.cio.com/article/3487725/7-ways-to-position-it-for-success-in-2020.html

Meet Sean Hazeldine​! 💼

Sean is a part of #TeamSimplex as a Business Development Executive and looks after business creation and expansion.

Sean is an experienced IT Service and Delivery manager and often extends a hand for delivering projects and services. 🎯

If you continue to use #Windows7 after support has ended, your PCs will still work, but they will be more vulnerable to security risks and viruses. @Microsoft will no longer provide any support for your business after January 14, 2020.

Data is the new oil. But @JohnGiere. the President and CEO of @owmobility, writes in @ForbesTechCncl about the new chapter in cloud computing’s evolutionary story.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2019/11/15/the-next-evolutionary-step-for-cloud-computing/#58054ec06dd7

Big tech firms are investing in data centers as they compete for the $214 billion cloud computing market.

In this video, @WSJ explains what cloud computing is, and why big tech is betting big on future contracts.

https://www.wsj.com/video/how-cloud-computing-became-a-big-tech-battleground/8B831496-7009-4889-AB9A-D51C031CCF4B.html

On #WorldAIDSDay, we stand in solidarity with all people living with or affected by HIV, and we remember those who lost their lives to AIDS-related illnesses.

Let us look to a future without HIV and without stigma.

You can do better. Get in touch! 🙂

#fridayhumor

Quite elated to have helped our client, @NuveenInv, win the 'Automation Project of the Year' award at the GSA UK Awards 2019! @GSA_UK

https://www.gsa-uk.com/events/awards/gsa-uk-awards-2019 @deb_simplex

In 2020, we’ll see the public cloud market, including cloud applications (SaaS), development and data platforms (PaaS), and infrastructure (IaaS) services combined, grow to $299.4 billion.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/forrester/2019/11/26/predictions-2020-cloud-computing-sees-new-alliances-and-new-security-concerns/#7470e95126e2

The definition of cloud computing has dramatically changed over the years, with the fast growth of edge and hybrid cloud adoption.

With public cloud spending predicted to reach $411 billion by 2020, what can we expect to see?

https://www.comparethecloud.net/articles/2020-the-year-of-cloud/

Meet Saikat Chatterjee! 👨‍💻

Saikat is part of #TeamSimplex as an Enterprise Architect. He has over 15 years of IT experience specialising in Architecture Consulting, Big Data and Artificial Intelligence, Functional Analysis, Solution Design and Development. 🖥

Predictions 2020: Cloud Computing, a report by @forrester.

"Enterprises are just now starting to use cloud to modernize core business apps and processes; to date, they’ve been using cloud primarily to build new apps and rehost infrastructure.”

https://www.forbes.com/sites/steveandriole/2019/11/20/forrester-research-gets-cloud--computing-trends-right/#5c6d178b68a2

.@Google has announced that the company has acquired @cloudsimple, a leading provider of secure, high performance, dedicated environments to run VMware workloads in the cloud.

https://cloud.google.com/blog/topics/inside-google-cloud/helping-customers-run-more-vmware-workloads-in-the-cloud

If you continue to use #Windows7 after support has ended, your PCs will still work, but they will be more vulnerable to security risks and viruses. @Microsoft will no longer provide any support for your business after January 14, 2020.

Meet Sulakshana Das (@SulakshanaMD) 👩‍💼

Sulakshana is part of #TeamSimplex where she heads finance and is responsible for supervising and ensuring our budgetary compliance. 🧮

The worldwide public cloud services market is forecast to grow 17% in 2020 to a total of $266.4 billion, up from $227.8 billion in 2019, according to @Gartner_inc.

@steveranger writes in @ZDNet

https://www.zdnet.com/article/cloud-computing-saas-iaas-or-paas-which-is-growing-fastest/

No technical support.
No software updates.
No security updates.

That’s Windows 7 after January 14, 2020.

We can help you migrate off #Windows7 and take advantage of the advanced security and productivity features of #Windows10.

Get in touch. #SwitchWithSimplex

2020 is set to be a “breakout year” for edge computing technology, according to the latest research from Forrester Research.

- @NWWJonGold on @NetworkWorld

https://www.networkworld.com/article/3451532/forrester-edge-computing-is-about-to-bloom.html

Meet Som Ghosh! 👨‍💻

Som's a part of #TeamSimplex as a Transformation and Change management consultant. 📈

Som takes on large program delivery and business consulting engagements and is a certified Change Management Advisor. 💼

"The goal of all organizations should be to lean into uncertainty and come out stronger and more successful on the other side."

Here are the 10 key capabilities for organizations looking to succeed in the face of uncertainty, by @Gartner_inc.

https://www.gartner.com/smarterwithgartner/the-gartner-2020-cio-agenda-winning-in-the-turns/

Do you know that @Microsoft will end support for #Windows7 in January 2020?

Drop us a line and we’ll help you successfully migrate off Windows 7 so that your computers aren’t vulnerable to any security risks. It’s now or never. #SwitchWithSimplex

https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/4057281/windows-7-support-will-end-on-january-14-2020

At the #AcronisCyberSummit last month, @vuzioncloud was awarded Best Cloud Service Provider 2019. Vuzion is a great partner for Simplex Services helping us deliver great experiences for our customers.

Congratulations to everyone at Vuzion!

https://vuzion.cloud/latest-news/vuzion-awarded-acronis-best-cloud-service-provider-2019

"97% of IT decision-makers are involved in digital transformation initiatives at their respective organizations."

Here's a list of the most important digital transformation trends for 2020 and beyond, exploring the impact and benefits... by @ValaAfshar.

https://www.zdnet.com/article/top-7-digital-transformation-trends-shaping-2020/

#HappyDiwali to everyone celebrating... especially our friends from India!

Meet Mohit Bajaj (@mohitbajaj)! 👨‍💻

Mohit works towards identifying opportunities, creating the strategy and assisting execution by using in-house skillset and mentoring teams. 🦸‍♂️

A large insurance company in Ireland was facing performance issues, as the dealers were struggling to assess causes for the loss of productivity.

Here's how we stepped in to find a solution.

Check out our more such case studies: https://www.simplex-services.com/case-book/

According to the NCSC Annual Review 2019, the @NCSC has helped UK organisations fight over 600 cyberattacks over the course of the past year, with hostile nation states blamed for a 'significant' number of attempts at hacking UK-based targets.

https://www.zdnet.com/article/cybersecurity-hostile-nations-responsible-for-significant-number-of-attacks-against-uk-organisations/

One day to go for our session at #BDF19! @DigitalBrighton

If you're a startup, we'll help you take the 'Step Zero in Technology' to accelerate growth.

Register here:
https://brightondigitalfestival.co.uk/events/simplex-step-zero-in-technology

Be one of the first five to confirm and win two hours of free consultancy with us!

See you at the Brighton Digital Festival! #BDF19.

We will guide startups and SMEs with their tech requirements to accelerate growth. If you're one of the first five to confirm, you'll get two hours of free consultancy with us!

Register: https://brightondigitalfestival.co.uk/events/simplex-step-zero-in-technology

If you're a #startup in #Brighton, #Hove and around, come over for our session at @DigitalBrighton and let us help you take the 'Step Zero in Technology'.

https://brightondigitalfestival.co.uk/events/simplex-step-zero-in-technology

Don't wait!
Be one of the first five to confirm and win two hours of free consultancy with us.

Ravi from our team is at #AcronisCyberSummit, the event that brings together the world’s largest community of cyber protection professionals

If you're at the event, get in touch.

(Seen here with our friend Reece Gohil from @vuzioncloud.)

"Do one use readymade online services (SaaS products) for recruitment, invoicing, book-keeping and other business functions or use a mix of documents and spreadsheets managed by the individual or team working in that business function?"

Do you also grapple with such challenges?

Meet David Pang. 👨‍💻

David's a part of #TeamSimplex and leads delivery working towards enabling on-time, quality output, thereby ensuring customer delight. 🏆

A large, multinational system integrator was struggling to close their complex projects within tight timelines. Their biggest challenge was the lack of skilled resources to complete the transition within the deadline.

More case studies: https://www.simplex-services.com/case-book/

Get in touch!

As part of digital transformation, enterprises are adopting cloud computing for optimization and flexibility.

Transforming the integration landscape should be an essential part of any enterprise’s cloud journey.

A blog post by @IBMcloud: https://www.ibm.com/blogs/cloud-computing/2019/08/20/modernize-enterprise-integration-landscape-hybrid-cloud/

At the Microsoft Government Leaders Summit in Washington DC, @Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella made the case for edge computing, even while pushing the Azure cloud as what he called “the world’s computer.”

https://techcrunch.com/2019/10/08/satya-nadella-looks-to-the-future-with-edge-computing/

Meet Kamini Patel. 👩‍💻

Kamini's a part of #TeamSimplex as Non-Executive Director and has 30+ years of experience, including senior CIO and CISO roles. 💼

She's done it all... development, support, mergers & acquisition, program management and operations. 🦸‍♀️ #womenintech

In a survey, a majority (61%) of CISOs have indicated that while security concerns remain, businesses running single-cloud configurations are at no more risk than they would be powering their organisations through on-premise data centres.

@ITPro

https://www.itpro.co.uk/cloud-security/34327/cisos-now-say-cloud-technology-is-just-as-safe-as-on-prem

Our team (from the left... Deb, Sean, Ravi) recently caught up with Danni Whinder from @Xeretec. Xeretec is a strategic partner of Simplex Services.

Earlier this year, Xeretec launched Cloud Services supporting IaaS, SaaS, Cloud Security and everything else in between.

We are happy to inform our partners and customers that Simplex Services has been confirmed as a supplier for G-Cloud 11, the latest iteration of the UK Government’s G-Cloud framework. @gov_procurement

https://www.crowncommercial.gov.uk/news/g-cloud-11-goes-live-with-4200-suppliers

The Brighton Digital Festival (@DigitalBrighton) is now in its ninth year and we’re very happy to be speaking at the #BDF19.

In our session, we will guide the startups and SMEs with their tech requirements to accelerate growth and sustain their vision.

https://brightondigitalfestival.co.uk/events/simplex-step-zero-in-technology

It was a delight to be part of the #SportsAidWeek hosted by @TeamSportsAid at the @sinc_innovation and meet the wonderful and inspiring football star, @MayaLeTissier. ⚽

Go, Maya! Go @OfficialBHAFC! Go @Lionesses! 👍

Meet Deb Das (@deb_simplex). 👨‍💻

Deb's a part of #TeamSimplex as the Managing Director and focuses on business insights, growth and sustenance strategy for the company and its associates. 📊📈

Simplex Services is more than a service provider.

We provide services and solutions to reputed customers in the UK aligining their business outcomes to develop technology architecture in line with their technology capabilities and constraints.

Get in touch!

.@AlibabaGroup has unveiled a new AI chip - Hanguang 800 - that specializes in machine-learning tasks and enhances cloud computing power.

The neural processing unit (NPU) will boost search, recommendation and customer service for e-commerce operations.

https://www.scmp.com/tech/e-commerce/article/3030259/alibaba-unveils-new-ai-chip-aimed-speeding-e-commerce-and-cloud

Public clouds exhibit inherent security vulnerabilities due to multitenancy and adding resource-constrained IoT devices deployed in the wild further complicates cyber trust.

How do we build a safe and secure Internet of Things? @ComputerSociety

https://www.computer.org/csdl/magazine/pc/2019/01/08705022/19HKK22xVQI

Brighton Digital Festival (@DigitalBrighton) celebrates the rich creative and cultural industries in our city.

We’re happy to partner with #BDF19 and help startups and SMEs in #Brighton and #Hove to take the Step Zero in Technology. See you there!

https://brightondigitalfestival.co.uk/events/simplex-step-zero-in-technology

#DigitalTransformation is a foundational change in how an organization delivers value to its customers. Here is what transformation truly entails, along with tips to ensure your company is on the correct course.

Explained by @ClintBoulton in @CIOonline.

https://www.cio.com/article/3211428/what-is-digital-transformation-a-necessary-disruption.html

We're looking for a Senior DevOps Engineer in #London to provision, support and manage virtualised cloud infrastructure and application CI/CD services for entire development cycle through to production environments.

Spread the word. #jobs

Details here: https://www.simplex-services.com/careers/