Enterprise Cloud Strategy: Planning from Pluralsight

Embarking on the adventure of an enterprise cloud strategy initiative requires careful planning. Learn how to gather the right people, assemble the right pieces, and inspire the culture that will make your enterprise cloud strategy a huge success.

The cloud is the beating heart of modern business, and at its core is a living, breathing, thriving strategy. In this course, Enterprise Cloud Strategy: Planning, you will learn the essential but rare skills necessary to assemble the right pieces, inspire the right people, and crusade for the necessary culture change to breath life into an enterprise cloud strategy. First, you will learn how to assemble an expert enterprise cloud strategy steering committee with members hand-selected from around the organization. Next, you will discover how guiding principles can inspire the cultural evolution needed for a successful enterprise cloud strategy. Finally, you will learn how to identify the value you deliver to your customers by using the cloud, and how your organizational structure should be built around that value. When you're finished with this course, you will have the skills and knowledge of enterprise cloud strategies needed to assemble the right pieces, gather the right people, and inspire the right culture to make an enterprise cloud strategy initiative successful.

What's inside

Syllabus

Course Overview

What Is an Enterprise Cloud Strategy?

Identifying Principles and Measuring Against Baselines

Create an Enterprise Cloud Plan

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Applies widely to all types of institutions or businesses

May appeal to CTOs, CIOs, and technology leaders

Teaches hard skills and soft skills

Examines the importance of company culture and the cloud

Explores the value cloud strategy can provide customers

May appeal to C-Suite or senior-level executives

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Enterprise Cloud Strategy: Planning with these activities:

Review Cloud Computing Concepts

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Familiarize yourself with core cloud computing concepts and principles to bolster your comprehension of the course material.

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Enroll in a beginner-friendly online course or tutorial on cloud computing.
Explore documentation and resources from leading cloud service providers (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
Attend webinars or workshops on cloud computing basics.

Go over the basics of cloud service models in preparation for this course

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Reviewing these core concept will set you up for success in this course.

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Compare IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS
Summarize key benefits of each model

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Refresh your understanding of cloud computing concepts to better grasp the principles covered in this course.

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Review key cloud computing concepts such as SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS.
Explore different cloud service providers like AWS, Azure, and GCP.
Read articles and blogs on cloud computing trends and best practices.

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Join a study group or online community

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Collaborate with peers to enhance your understanding and exchange ideas.

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Identify or create a study group with other students taking the course.
Meet regularly to discuss the course material, ask questions, and share insights.
Join online communities or forums related to cloud strategy.

Review enterprise cloud principles

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Refresh your understanding of enterprise cloud principles, which will provide a strong foundation for the course.

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Read through your notes or study materials on enterprise cloud principles.
Review articles or blog posts on the latest trends and best practices in enterprise cloud computing.
Take a practice quiz or mock exam to test your understanding of the key concepts.

Follow tutorials on cloud strategy development

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Enhance your understanding of cloud strategy development by following guided tutorials.

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Identify reputable sources for cloud strategy tutorials.
Choose tutorials that align with your specific cloud goals.
Follow the tutorials step-by-step and implement the strategies.

Develop an Enterprise Cloud Strategy Outline

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Solidify your understanding and foster critical thinking by creating a comprehensive outline of an enterprise cloud strategy.

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Identify the key principles and objectives of enterprise cloud adoption.
outline the essential components of a cloud strategy, including infrastructure, applications, and governance.
map out key milestones and metrics for tracking progress and success.

Attend industry events on cloud strategy

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Connect with professionals in the field and gain insights into best practices.

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Search for industry events or conferences focused on cloud strategy.
Register for events that align with your interests and goals.
Attend the events, participate in discussions, and network with attendees.

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Reinforce your understanding of cloud strategy planning by following guided tutorials.

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Search for online tutorials or courses on cloud strategy planning.
Select a tutorial that aligns with your learning style and goals.
Follow the steps outlined in the tutorial, taking notes and completing any exercises.
Implement what you've learned in a practice scenario or project.

Engage in discussions with peers

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Exchange ideas and learn from others' experiences by engaging in discussions with peers.

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Join online forums or communities related to cloud computing.
Participate in discussions, ask questions, and share your insights.
Collaborate with peers on cloud-related projects.

Participate in cloud strategy workshops

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Deepen your understanding through hands-on workshops led by experts.

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Identify workshops that cover specific aspects of cloud strategy planning.
Register for workshops that meet your learning needs.
Attend the workshops, participate actively, and apply what you learn.

Compile a library of resources on cloud strategy

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Organize and expand your knowledge by creating a curated collection of valuable resources.

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Gather articles, white papers, case studies, and other materials on cloud strategy.
Organize the resources into categories or topics.
Create a digital or physical library for easy access and reference.

Develop an enterprise cloud strategy plan

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Solidify your learning by creating a comprehensive enterprise cloud strategy plan.

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Define the goals and objectives of your cloud strategy.
Identify the key stakeholders and their roles in the cloud initiative.
Assess your current IT landscape and identify areas for improvement.
Develop a roadmap for cloud migration and adoption.
Create a budget and timeline for your cloud strategy.

Contribute to open-source projects related to cloud strategy

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Gain practical experience and showcase your skills by contributing to real-world projects.

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Identify open-source projects related to cloud strategy or cloud computing.
Review the project documentation and identify areas where you can contribute.
Submit code contributions or documentation improvements to the project.

Career center

Learners who complete Enterprise Cloud Strategy: Planning will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Cloud Engineer

A Cloud Engineer is responsible for implementing, managing, and maintaining cloud computing systems. This course helps build a foundation for a career as a Cloud Engineer, as it teaches the skills necessary to create a successful cloud strategy. Specifically, this course helps develop skills needed to understand cloud computing principles, identify the value of cloud computing, and create a plan for cloud adoption.

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Cloud Security Engineer

A Cloud Security Engineer is responsible for securing cloud computing systems. This course helps build a foundation for a career as a Cloud Security Engineer, as it teaches the skills necessary to create a successful cloud strategy. Specifically, this course helps develop skills needed to understand cloud computing principles, identify the value of cloud computing, and create a plan for cloud adoption.

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Cloud Infrastructure Architect

A Cloud Infrastructure Architect is responsible for designing, planning, and implementing cloud computing infrastructure. This course helps build a foundation for a career as a Cloud Infrastructure Architect, as it teaches the skills necessary to create a successful cloud strategy. Specifically, this course helps develop skills needed to understand cloud computing principles, identify the value of cloud computing, and create a plan for cloud adoption.

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Cloud Architect

A Cloud Architect is responsible for designing, planning, and managing cloud computing systems. This course helps build a foundation for a career as a Cloud Architect, as it teaches the skills necessary to create a successful cloud strategy. Specifically, this course helps develop skills needed to understand cloud computing principles, identify the value of cloud computing, and create a plan for cloud adoption.

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Cloud Strategy Consultant

A Cloud Strategy Consultant is responsible for helping organizations develop and implement cloud computing strategies. This course helps build a foundation for a career as a Cloud Strategy Consultant, as it teaches the skills necessary to create a successful cloud strategy. Specifically, this course helps develop skills needed to understand cloud computing principles, identify the value of cloud computing, and create a plan for cloud adoption.

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Cloud Solutions Architect

A Cloud Solutions Architect is responsible for designing, planning, and implementing cloud computing solutions. This course helps build a foundation for a career as a Cloud Solutions Architect, as it teaches the skills necessary to create a successful cloud strategy. Specifically, this course helps develop skills needed to understand cloud computing principles, identify the value of cloud computing, and create a plan for cloud adoption.

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Security Analyst

A Security Analyst is responsible for identifying and mitigating security risks to an organization. This course may be useful for someone looking to become a Security Analyst, as it teaches skills necessary to understand cloud computing principles and create a successful cloud strategy.

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Software Architect

A Software Architect is responsible for designing, planning, and developing software systems. This course may be useful for someone looking to become a Software Architect, as it teaches skills necessary to understand cloud computing principles and create a successful cloud strategy.

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Network Architect

A Network Architect is responsible for designing, planning, and maintaining the computer networks of an organization. This course may be useful for someone looking to become a Network Architect, as it teaches skills necessary to understand cloud computing principles and create a successful cloud strategy.

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Systems Analyst

A Systems Analyst is responsible for analyzing and designing computer systems. This course may be useful for someone looking to become a Systems Analyst, as it teaches skills necessary to understand cloud computing principles and create a successful cloud strategy.

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Database Administrator

A Database Administrator is responsible for managing and maintaining the databases of an organization. This course may be useful for someone looking to become a Database Administrator, as it teaches skills necessary to understand cloud computing principles and create a successful cloud strategy.

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Product Manager

A Product Manager is responsible for overseeing the development and launch of new products. This course may be useful for someone looking to become a Product Manager, as it teaches skills necessary to understand cloud computing principles and create a successful cloud strategy.

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DevOps Engineer

A DevOps Engineer is responsible for bridging the gap between development and operations teams. This course may be useful for someone looking to become a DevOps Engineer, as it teaches skills necessary to understand cloud computing principles and create a successful cloud strategy.

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IT Manager

An IT Manager is responsible for overseeing the information technology (IT) department of an organization. This course may be useful for someone looking to become an IT Manager, as it teaches skills necessary to understand cloud computing principles and create a successful cloud strategy.

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Data Analyst

A Data Analyst is responsible for collecting, cleaning, and analyzing data to identify trends and insights. This course may be useful for someone looking to become a Data Analyst, as it teaches skills necessary to understand cloud computing principles and create a successful cloud strategy.

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