Marcelo Ramirez

Technology Strategy, Delivery and Operations

Cloud Computing

2025-04-06

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

Cloud Architecture

Cloud Architect, Cloud Architecture, Cloud Computing, Cloud Strategy, Solutions Architecture
2024-09-25

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

Cloud Computing

Cloud Computing

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This blog explores IT leadership, digital transformation, and the management of cloud, infrastructure, data, and AI capabilities.

I write about IT governance, operating models, enterprise architecture, technology delivery, service management, cybersecurity, data operations, artificial intelligence, and organizational improvement.

The focus is practical: understanding what technological developments mean for IT managers and translating those insights into decisions, controls, roadmaps, operating practices, and measurable actions.

Cloud Computing

Cloud Architecture Isn’t Just Tech — It’s Strategy

What was the first use of the term “Cloud Computing” ?