These days everybody seems to be talking about the “cloud.” And it’s no surprise why. The cloud market opportunity is estimated at over $3 trillion. The world’s premier technology companies, including Microsoft, are transitioning their products toward a cloud-based model. Why? Because they know the many benefits of the cloud are what end users today expect. In short, cloud technology is the future - but it’s already here. 

Our cover story outlines how the cloud can transform businesses to become more productive, effective and profitable. This edition also features an article on 25 tasks your company can do in the cloud. If you're an IT consultant or provider, we detail how to serve business clients by leveraging the cloud. We also outline cloud services your business clients can benefit from, as they look to you for help. For end-user businesses switching to the cloud, we offer advice and tips for you too.

There's all that, plus advice on writing a cloud policy for your company - and so much more.