2016 State of The Cloud

The video discusses the widespread adoption of cloud computing, highlighting that 70% of decision makers have moved at least one application to the cloud. It compares current trends with data from five years ago, showing significant growth in cloud usage. Companies are investing heavily in cloud services, with an average spend of $1.62 million expected in the next year. The video also covers the impact on IT departments, with many companies adding new roles due to cloud adoption. Future migration plans include moving data storage, analytics, and IT tools to the cloud. Key concerns for public cloud users are data storage and security, while private cloud users worry about vendor lock-in and skills shortages.

What new roles or functions have companies added as a result of the cloud?

What types of applications do companies expect to move to the cloud over the next three years?