Overview
Hybrid cloud integrates on-premises infrastructure with public cloud services, giving organizations flexibility while maintaining control over critical systems and sensitive data. It helps businesses optimize performance, reduce latency, and comply with regulations.
Key Benefits
- Improved flexibility to scale workloads across environments
- Optimized latency by keeping sensitive workloads on-premises
- Enhanced compliance and control for regulated data
- Cost efficiency through workload placement and cloud bursting
Use Cases
- Financial institutions maintaining sensitive databases on-prem while leveraging cloud for analytics
- Healthcare providers using hybrid cloud for EHR storage and remote collaboration
- Manufacturing companies running real-time production systems on-prem with cloud for predictive analytics
Hybrid Cloud Architecture
A robust hybrid cloud architecture includes:
- Secure connectivity between on-prem and cloud environments
- Unified identity and access management
- Consistent monitoring and logging across all systems
- Automation for workload placement and scaling
Governance & Compliance
Hybrid cloud governance ensures compliance with Swiss regulations and internal policies:
- Data residency and privacy controls
- Cloud cost and usage monitoring
- Risk assessment and incident management procedures
- Regular audits and documentation
FAQ
Is hybrid cloud suitable for SMEs?
Yes, hybrid cloud can scale with business needs while ensuring control over critical workloads.
What are common challenges?
Complexity in integration, governance, and consistent security policies across environments.
How to start with hybrid cloud?
Identify critical workloads, define architecture patterns, and implement governance from day one.