Cloud Computer Forum - Remarks of Patrick Gallagher, Director, NIST

Dr. Patrick Gallagher welcomes attendees to a NIST workshop on cloud computing, highlighting its importance and benefits for the federal government. He acknowledges key contributors and outlines the challenges faced by federal CIOs in adopting cloud technology. The workshop aims to assess progress, discuss initiatives, and develop a roadmap for cloud adoption, emphasizing collaboration between the public and private sectors.

Who is the director of the National Institute of Standards and Technology?

• Lee Badger

• Don Leaf

• Vivek Kundra

• Dr. Patrick Gallagher

What is one of the main reasons the federal government is interested in cloud computing?

• It is mandatory by law

• It is a trend in the private sector

• It offers cost efficiency and scalability

• It is a new technology

What is a potential benefit of cloud computing for small agencies?

• Increased independence

• Access to professionally managed services

• Higher costs

• More complex systems

What is a key challenge for federal CIOs when adopting cloud computing?

• Lack of interest

• Limited resources

• Security management

• High costs

What is a significant concern regarding cloud computing interoperability?

• Difficulty in communication between different cloud environments

• Limited availability of cloud services

• Lack of interest from agencies

• High costs of implementation

Which organization is developing cloud computing security guidance?

• NIST

• General Service Administration

• Department of Homeland Security

• Department of Energy

What is the purpose of the cloud computing simulation being developed by NIST?

• To replace existing systems

• To train new employees

• To study resource allocation demands

• To test new software

What is the Sajak project focused on?

• Developing new cloud software

• Building new data centers

• Accelerating cloud computing standards

• Training federal employees

What is the main goal of the workshop according to Dr. Gallagher?

• To finalize cloud computing contracts

• To create a roadmap for cloud adoption

• To introduce new cloud technologies

• To train federal employees

What does Dr. Gallagher emphasize as crucial for the success of cloud adoption?

• Increased funding

• Developing new software

• Collaboration between public and private sectors

• Hiring more IT staff