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From public cloud to data centers – what app repatriation means
According to Uptime Institute Studies , Public Cloud repatriation to local data centers improves cost control , security and efficiency . This strategic move tackles the need to optimize resources and improve financial predictability in the use of technology .
In addition to cost savings , cloud repatriation offers greater security and regulatory compliance , especially for highly regulated sectors such as the public , financial and healthcare sectors .
An increasing number of Latin American companies are conducting a process called Cloud Repatriation .
This means that after having migrated their applications and data to the public cloud , companies are in the process of moving some or all of them to local data centers rather than relying exclusively on the public cloud .
“ Cost control is one of the main reasons behind this trend . A study by the Uptime Institute found that 42 % of organizations surveyed did so because public cloud costs were higher than expected . Thus , repatriated applications manage to optimize operational expenses by avoiding unexpected costs associated with some services , such as auto-scaling or data transfer , amongst regions or outside the public cloud , which can increase due to configuration omissions or due to the complexity of estimating them by a 100 % before migrating to the public cloud ,” said Hugo Acha , Data Center Regional Product Manager , Cirion Technologies .
By moving their data and apps . to local data centers or private clouds , businesses can ensure their information complies with local regulations and is better protected .
On the other hand , Juan José Calderón , Data Center Business Manager , Cirion , said that as one of the main digital infrastructure and technology providers in the region , Cirion offers services such as Bare Metal Cloud , which allows companies to use on-demand physical servers , providing increased transparency and cost predictability .
“ We have implemented computing nodes in five Latin American regions , and we will continue to grow to meet the increasing demand for flexible and secure solutions .”
This approach not only improves financial control , but it also simplifies daily operations .
“ Repatriation is not a setback , but rather an optimization of resources . Companies opting for this option are looking for the best way to balance costs and operational efficiency ,” he said .
Cloud repatriation is pitched as a smart strategy to optimize use of resources , improve safety , and reduce costs .
With the right mix of public and private cloud services and data centers , companies can leverage the best of both worlds , adjusting to their specific needs and ensuring their operations are efficient and sustainable . p
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