David Linthicum
Contributor
David S. Linthicum is an internationally recognized industry expert and thought leader. Dave has authored 13 books on computing, the latest of which is An Insider’s Guide to Cloud Computing. Dave’s industry experience includes tenures as CTO and CEO of several successful software companies, and upper-level management positions in Fortune 100 companies. He keynotes leading technology conferences on cloud computing, SOA, enterprise application integration, and enterprise architecture. Dave writes the Cloud Computing blog for InfoWorld. His views are his own.
The tug-of-war between optimization and innovation in the CIO’s office
Should budget go to innovations or fixing existing systems so they don’t bankrupt you? The future of your business may ride on the answer.
The lost art of cloud application engineering
AI-driven coding is now in wide use, but we may not know all the risks of using it until the damage has been done. Think security problems and code that wastes resources.
The downsides of microservices architecture
Microservices came in with a great deal of momentum a few years ago, but now we’re seeing their drawbacks for applications on cloud platforms.
Megatrend alert: The rise of ubiquitous computing
Powered by edge computing, IoT, and 5G, today's systems are decentralized, context-aware, and real-time interactive.
How to value cloud computing services
As the costs for cloud services continue to rise, companies need to determine if the business value of those services is worth the price tag.
The new high-paying jobs in generative AI
The push to adopt generative AI in the cloud will lead to new roles and needed skills, and enterprises will likely pay top dollar.
Downsides to using cloud autoscaling systems
Too many IT shops just accept that autoscaling systems are right for them, at least until the massive cloud bill arrives.
Data should be a first-class citizen in the cloud
Without proper data governance, interoperability, and access control, enterprises have no hope of maximizing the business value of their data.
Are cloud architects biased?
Many cloud leaders prefer one technology selection over another, to the detriment of the business. It’s time we learn to be much more objective.
Applications running like clunkers in the cloud? 3 options to consider
Many enterprises are finding that the applications they migrated to public cloud providers could be more cost-effective… to put it mildly.
The unhappy reality of cloud security in 2023
Let's talk about how you can stay off the growing list of companies that have been hacked. Spoiler alert: It takes money and commitment.
Cloud computing is no longer a slam dunk
Data center hardware is cheap and cloud costs are high, complicating the business case for public cloud usage. Here’s how to evaluate your options.
3 downsides of generative AI for cloud operations
No one doubts the power of AI, but enterprises must realize it can also lead to deploying too many applications, scaling problems, and cost overruns.
Multicloud deployments don't have to be so complicated
If you haven't learned yet, multicloud isn't something you can wing. Now the enterprises that didn't make solid plans in the first place need real solutions.
Malicious hackers are weaponizing generative AI
The powerful capabilities of ChatGPT are being used against enterprise systems. Malicious packages and AI hallucinations are a few of the growing threats.
When are containers or serverless a red flag?
Everyone loves to use new technology, but sometimes it’s counterproductive. Business case should drive technology choices, not the other way around.
What's missing in your cloud optimization projects
The cool kids are into cloud optimization these days, saving money and making deployments much more efficient. Here are a few trends you should know.
Cloud-based generative AI won’t be cheap
Get ready for the rush of generative AI applications heading your way in 2024, but watch out for the size of the bill. Who is going to pay for it?
Disaster recovery in the cloud
Underestimate the complexity and cost of cloud computing backup and recovery and you risk missing data and lost customers. Here’s what to do.