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ACCC5000 Cloud Computing Technologies - University of Wales
Assignment - Cloud Computing: An Overview and Recommendations Based on Specified Case Study.
Learning Outcome 1: Demonstrate a systematic understanding of cloud computing concepts, principles and practice in the analysis and design of a robust solution.
Learning Outcome 2: Exercise effective judgment in the analysis, planning, deployment and evaluation of core cloud design
principles with respect to best practice.
In order to achieve the learning outcomes of the module the students should relate and completes tasks 1 and 2 with the following case study in mind.
Case Study:
London Bikes Ltd is a Small & Medium Enterprise (SME) located in the heart of London. They sell low to high end bicycles specific for city riding, but also take custom orders based on their customers desired requirements. Currently, London Bikes has a website that they host internally. Alongside this, they have a full database management system that is used predominately for customer accounts, orders and billing. Their IT capabilities are also used to assist administrative staff on in-house tasks such as payroll for their 150 employees. London Bikes is seeking to learn about Cloud Computing and some of the solutions they could implement to improve their business process for customers and staff such as Software as a Service (SaaS). Initially they want to start with a cloud data backup solution to make sure their confidential data is secure and also safe from potential loss. As a Cloud Computing Consultant, you have identified two key tasks that are required to meet the request of London Bikes Ltd.
Task:
Produce a 4000 word report on an "Overview of Cloud Computing" explaining what it is, the benefits as well as the core aspects including but not limited to:
• Background and terminology to help staff at London Bikes understand Cloud Computing
• Essential characteristics and benefits that can be expected if they were to implement some potential solution
• Service models and available real-world services
• Deployments models and your recommended model for London Bikes Ltd.
• An explanation of virtualisation and how it links to Cloud Computing
• Migration strategies of Cloud Computing
• Concerns of security
• Implementation process of SaaS for London Bikes
At all times during the report, you should keep in mind London Bikes and relate to their SME company setup. You must include relevant figures/diagrams or statistical data where necessary in order for Executives and Decision-making board of London Bikes to understand the importance of Cloud Computing and how Cloud Computing can make their business productive and cost effective. You should also include academic and credible sources of information with a focus on recently published books, journals and whitepapers.
Practical applications and justification of your recommendations should be emphasised with key points highlighted and where possible backed up with literate and credible sources.
The report should convey a professional feel and be prepared as if it were to be presented to London Bikes Ltd. Inside the report however you are to include typical formatting including title page, contents and references.
Attachment:- Cloud Computing Technologies.rar