Explore the Buyer’s Guide to Cloud Infrastructure Automation Software

A step-by-step walkthrough of key requirements and evaluation criteria for cloud automation tools

Learn the steps to evaluate Cloud Infrastructure Automation platforms

Step 1
Identify your key requirements
Start by assessing the primary drivers for your Cloud Infrastructure Automation investment.
Step 2
Zero in on core features
Look for solutions that address key feature areas to ensure you choose a solution capable that meets multi-cloud IaC demands.
Step 3
Perform a needs-based evaluation
Once you finish outlining your requirements, evaluate leading solutions based on how well they meet your criteria.
Step 4
Run a proof of concept (PoC)
Once you have a shortlist, run a PoC to validate them in your specific environment, so your team can experience each platform firsthand.
Step 5
Review total cost of ownership (TCO)
Consider TCO by factoring in every cost associated with the platform, including hidden costs like third-party tools.
Step 6
Make a decision
After the PoC and TCO analysis, your final decision should be based on which solution best meets the requirements from Step 1.
Step 1
Identify your key requirements
Start by assessing the primary drivers for your Cloud Infrastructure Automation investment.
Step 2
Zero in on core features
Look for solutions that address key feature areas to ensure you choose a solution capable that meets multi-cloud IaC demands.
Step 3
Perform a needs-based evaluation
Once you finish outlining your requirements, evaluate leading solutions based on how well they meet your criteria.
Step 4
Run a proof of concept (PoC)
Once you have a shortlist, run a PoC to validate them in your specific environment, so your team can experience each platform firsthand.
Step 5
Review total cost of ownership (TCO)
Consider TCO by factoring in every cost associated with the platform, including hidden costs like third-party tools.
Step 6
Make a decision
After the PoC and TCO analysis, your final decision should be based on which solution best meets the requirements from Step 1.
Step 1
Identify your key requirements
Start by assessing the primary drivers for your Cloud Infrastructure Automation investment.
Step 2
Zero in on core features
Look for solutions that address key feature areas to ensure you choose a solution capable that meets multi-cloud IaC demands.
Step 3
Perform a needs-based evaluation
Once you finish outlining your requirements, evaluate leading solutions based on how well they meet your criteria.
Step 4
Run a proof of concept (PoC)
Once you have a shortlist, run a PoC to validate them in your specific environment, so your team can experience each platform firsthand.
Step 5
Review total cost of ownership (TCO)
Consider TCO by factoring in every cost associated with the platform, including hidden costs like third-party tools.
Step 6
Make a decision
After the PoC and TCO analysis, your final decision should be based on which solution best meets the requirements from Step 1.

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