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Functional Requirements Structure
When discussing functional requirements from a Cloud Solutions Architecture perspective, it’s essential to understand how the foundational principles of defining clear and actionable requirements align with the unique needs and challenges of cloud computing. Wiegers & Beatty (2013) reference Alexander & Stevens (2002), who suggest: When writing functional requirements from the user’s perspective, the following… Continue reading
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Building Effective ML Systems: The Engineer’s Influence
[The ML system does not] sit on top of the business and then goes and finds data by itself… it is the careful effort of the engineers that feeds the data into the [ML] system… – Cassie Kozyrkov Continue reading
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Solution Architecture: The Key to Cloud Cost Optimization

A strategic focus on Solution Architecture, incorporating integration and modernization best practices, is not just beneficial but essential for effectively controlling and mitigating the rising costs associated with cloud workloads. Organizations that neglect this crucial initial phase are more likely to face challenges with excessive spending and less efficient cloud operations. Reference Forrester. (2024, March… Continue reading
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Cloud Architecture Isn’t Just Tech — It’s Strategy
I recently came across a video from Michael Gibbs where he discusses why many cloud architectures fail. His observations were particularly insightful, and I wanted to share some key takeaways. According to him, cloud architecture failures often come down to two major issues: Bias in Decision-Making Many architects develop vendor bias rather than actual business… Continue reading
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What was the first use of the term “Cloud Computing” ?
According to Regalado (2011), in 1996, within the offices of Compaq Computer, a group of technology executives was envisioning the future of the Internet business, coining the term “cloud computing.” They predicted that all business software would eventually shift online, and that “cloud computing-enabled applications,” such as consumer file storage, would become commonplace. Reference: Regalado,… Continue reading
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