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The Cloud Journey Today – CIMdata’s Mark Reisig Explains the Popularity and Advantages of Being in the Cloud

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Is cloud adoption truly the silver bullet for modern businesses – or is there more beneath the surface?


In the second episode of Cloud Talk Today, host Scott Salzwedel dives deep into the journey of cloud migration and cloud adoption, discussing both the misperceptions and the realities that businesses face today. 


Scott is joined by Mark Reisig, a seasoned executive consultant and the director of sustainability and green energy practice at CIMdata. With over 40 years of experience in digital transformation and information technology, including expertise in PLM and IT/OT convergence, Mark brings invaluable insights into why some businesses are still hesitant to embrace cloud solutions and SaaS, despite the clear advantages.


Tune in to discover the realities of cloud adoption, the steps to overcome common challenges, and the benefits of embracing a modern cloud infrastructure with the right partner. 


In this episode, you will learn:

  • ( 04:20 ) The three main obstacles to adopting a modern cloud architecture
  • ( 06:00 ) Why the trust in third-party cloud security is evolving
  • ( 07:20 ) How the 2020 Covid outbreak influenced trust in the cloud
  • ( 10:00 ) How to ensure legacy software remains intact in cloud migration
  • ( 12:00 ) The benefit of migrating to the cloud
  • ( 13:55 ) The IT/OT convergence 
  • ( 15:50 ) Challenges facing today’s IT departments
  • ( 17:55 ) Why cloud migrations sometimes fall short
  • ( 19:30 ) How to improve the digital transformation journey 
  • ( 22:00 ) What’s critical to the success of transitioning to the cloud or committing to SaaS?
  • ( 24:50 ) The Siemens AWS collaboration


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