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
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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.
Explore the key FAQs so you can pick the right Cloud Infrastructure Automation platform for your team
How does Cloud Infrastructure Automation differ from IaC orchestration platforms?
Why is real-time drift detection important in modern Cloud Infrastructure Automation?
How does Cloud Infrastructure Automation support governance and compliance?
What is ghost drift, and how can it cause maintenance problems in cloud asset management?
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To make finding the right platform easy, the guide includes a simple Request for Proposal template that you can send to your Cloud Infrastructure Automation vendors.
