There are many challenges in a cloud environment, such as data handling, security, infrastructure management, resource allocation, performance, reliability, availability, etc. Let's see some of the significant challenges for the cloud environment.
- Security: Security is the top most important challenge for the cloud provider. The data on the cloud should be handled safely and securely. The service provider must manage the data with proper security mechanisms to avoid data breaches, account hacking, etc.
- Lack of Experience: With the increase in demand for cloud services, there is more requirement for skilled workers who have good hands-on experience with cloud computing tools and techniques. The firms need to be trained IT staff to minimize these challenges.
- Internet Connectivity: To access cloud applications and resources, one must have good internet connectivity. But small businesses need to invest money for good internet connection because internet downtime may affect the business performance.
- Portability: It is also a foremost concern if an organization wants to switch from one service provider to another service provider. They may not come into vendor lock-in. It is also tricky because cloud service providers use different standard languages for their platforms.
- Performance: While working on big data, it may require high bandwidth, which may be costlier and increase the overall cost. The low bandwidth may not fulfil the business requirement.
- Reliability and Availability: Cloud must be reliable and accessible as many people working remotely may access the data from different locations.
