September 2014
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This seminar examined key developments and challenges in encouraging growth in cloud adoption in the UK; tackling issues relating to security, business processes and environmental concerns; and helping develop the international competitive advantage of UK companies involved in cloud technology and services.
Delegates looked at progress in the rolling out of data centres in the UK, including what further might be needed in terms of engagement with local government, and options for further government support for the sector - including strengthening cloud skills and infrastructure following the UK's Data Capability Strategy, encouraging the take-up of cloud services by the public sector through the UK G-Cloud initiative, and issues relating to the European Commission's Cloud Computing Strategy.
Sessions focused on progress and best practice in realising competitive advantage through cloud technology, including improved cost-efficiency, easier employee access to shared resources and harnessing user data. Those attending also assessed the challenges for businesses, individuals and for the cloud services sector itself of migrating to cloud technology, including concerns about data security, service reliability and service provider choice - and the practical issues for adoption such as impact on legacy systems and established work practices.