Cloud Computing Deployment Model for Ethio Telecom

Abstract

Successful adoption of cloud computing requires identifying a cloud computing deployment model that best fits its needs. This research aims to propose a cloud deployment model that fits the need of Ethio telecom and to assess its readiness to adopt the potential deployment model. Data were collected via questionnaire survey, document analysis, and interviews. A document analysis is conducted to understand Ethio telecom infrastructure and services. A questionnaire was used for conducting a readiness assessment of Ethio telecom to adopt the proposed model in three major phases using Gartner Magic Quadrant. Result of the assessment shows that core business/competitive position is a barrier to six IT services and applications; standardization is a barrier to four IT services and applications, compliance is a barrier to four IT services and applications, service type is a barrier to four IT Service and applications, and importance or availability are barrier to three IT Service and applications. Based on the results, recommendations for practice are forwarded for management intervention.