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Fig. 14.3:
Practical Guidelines for implementation of Grid and Cloud Computing in companies
The core technology-oriented activities of a Grid and Cloud Computing introduc-
tion process are the following:
1. Initial analysis
2. Pilot Implementation
3. Internal interconnection (internal roll-out)
4. Integration of Utility and Cloud Computing
5. Continuous monitoring and evaluation
Besides the technology related core activities in the introduction process, there is a
need for supporting organizational and change management processes. On the one
hand, the IT governance needs to be adjusted to reflect and guide the changed way of
consuming of IT resources, on the other hand, all phases in the introductory process
need to be accompanied with extensive change management. The adjustment of the
