You might think about that it won’t be something new to you, but Lift and Shift is one of the most huge issues which you can see in middle size to large companies world wide. I was this week participating as a speaker within the Cloud Native Conference by Vogel IT-Akademie and after my talk this was one topic which was being discussed within a small group. Technically the idea is clear, the path as well, but still it’s a huge issue. Lift and Shift is very easy to achieve, especially because you got a variety of tools on the market which support you in this way, and this don’t need to be necessarily wrong as it always depends on the use case. That there is in fact an issue is clearly visible as around 70% is the overpayment companies have to pay, by information of Gartner, if they aren’t able to conduct a proper migration which doesn’t mean lift and shift. In addition nearly 60% of enterprises, by Flexera’s 2023 State of the Cloud report, see a need of optimising the costs in cloud, which shows a clear issue while migration into the cloud. While promoting ‘lift and shift’ as a state-of-the-art approach for modernizing infrastructure towards the cloud, we inadvertently perpetuate the legacy burdens that hinder cloud adoption. This practice results in inefficient cloud journeys and financial loss. To truly harness the benefits of cloud computing, it is imperative to move beyond mere replication of on-premises environments and instead focus on comprehensive modernization strategies that align with cloud-native principles. Sascha Lewandowski – Cloud Architect There are as well prominent examples which are facing issues while there journey into the cloud. The most prominent example where cloud was going 0 -> 100 & 100 -> 0 is Dropbox. They tried to be quickly inside the cloud while going the lift and shift approach which made them facing the trap of costs. Dropbox eventually decided to go back into the own datacenter to learn from the issue and prepare a proper migration into the cloud. Another example was GE (General Electric) which were facing a huge financial impact after starting initially with a lift and shift approach. Lift and Shift is always coming with a group of drawbacks but technically can be wrapped into this five categories. The necessary take away is, that it is never too late to really think about a proper deducted and controlled migration which might have still some parts of Lift and Shift, but mostly utilizing the benefits of a cloud native approach is not only financially beneficial, but as well by time as using the shared responsibility framework which cloud provider introduce it is possible to cut maintenance costs. To really get the best take out, it is mandatory to follow some steps while preparing your migration In conclusion, the journey to the cloud requires careful planning and execution. While lift and shift can be a part of the strategy, it’s crucial to focus on a cloud-native approach to truly harness the benefits of the cloud. Learning from the experiences of companies like Dropbox and General Electric, we see the importance of optimizing cloud usage to avoid financial pitfalls and maximize efficiency. By following a well-structured migration plan and leveraging the shared responsibility model offered by cloud providers, organizations can reduce maintenance costs and achieve long-term success in their cloud endeavors. Remember, it’s never too late to re-evaluate your migration strategy and ensure it aligns with your business goals and operational needs. A thoughtful, controlled migration will not only save costs but also position your company to fully exploit the advantages of the cloud. Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay
Mastering Productivity with the 8+8+8 Rule: A Guide to Time Management
In today’s fast-paced world, where time seems to slip through our fingers like sand, effective time management has become a critical skill. We juggle multiple tasks, obligations, and responsibilities every day, leaving us constantly searching for ways to be more productive and make the most of our time. One valuable technique that can help you regain control of your day is the 8+8+8 rule. In this article, we will explore this rule, its principles, and how you can apply it to enhance your productivity. What Is the 8+8+8 Rule? The 8+8+8 rule, also known as the “Time Block Method,” is a simple yet powerful time management strategy. It encourages you to divide your day into three distinct blocks of eight hours each: eight hours for work or productive tasks, eight hours for rest and leisure, and eight hours for sleep. This rule is based on the idea that allocating your time in this way can help you maintain a balanced and fulfilling life. The 8 Hours of Work/Productivity The 8 Hours of Rest and Leisure The 8 Hours of Sleep Benefits of the 8+8+8 Rule Tips for Implementing the 8+8+8 Rule Conclusion The 8+8+8 rule offers a structured approach to time management that can lead to improved productivity, better work-life balance, and enhanced overall well-being. By consciously allocating your time into work, leisure, and sleep blocks, you can regain control of your day and make the most of every moment. Remember that effective time management is a skill that requires practice and adaptation, so be patient with yourself as you implement this rule into your daily life. Ultimately, the 8+8+8 rule can serve as a valuable tool in your journey towards a more fulfilling and productive life.
AI and the Digital Future: A Glimpse into the Maelstrom of Social Media Evolution
The modern digital era, while shimmering with potential, casts shadows of doubt due to AI’s profound influence on social media. From deepfakes that blur lines between truth and fiction to algorithms that can craft narratives with frightening precision, the challenges are many. The age-old adage, ‘seeing is believing’, now seems obsolete. Yet, this technology isn’t solely a harbinger of chaos; it promises revolution in entertainment and design. As AI redefines authenticity and reality in the digital realm, the need for stringent regulations and user education becomes paramount.
Why I’m working also on weekends!
Some of my friends and also colleagues ask me very often, why I’m working also on weekends or maybe on national holidays. This free time I could use better, but definitely different to what I’m doing. Sometimes they also tell me – “Hey you, you are nearly always online, isn’t it?”. Yes I’m, and yes I do! So what? Mind your own business! But this answer is on one hand really aggressive and far away of being kind and nice to others. Basically there are some reasons why I do and ongoing one point, I would like to remove from argumentation, because it is definitely wrong. Let’s start with the point, what I think is deeply wrong, before we are going over to why I’m working also on weekend’s. 🙁 Negative If you are talking with someone about work on weekend they would imagine a guy who isn’t able to make his work totally in his working time. Means, this guy won’t be able to organize himself and a time planner is something what we would present. Let’s take a look deeper, because time management is one hand, and influences around are the other hand. Finally a perfect time plan will work only, if there is enough space between appointments/things what need’s to be done, while the influence by others is on a weight. 🙂 Positive If we take now a deeper look on the opposite, we can see, there are a lot of reasons, why someone could and want to work on weekends. I think in my personal way the most necessary reason is my profession. As Linux Administrator and Cloud Engineer, the best time for me to work is, when other people sleep. Basically this means in the night, or on weekends. Another point is, that working without influence is more deep and way more efficient. I can see in my own working area, that working concentrated in the eve or over the night makes me doing more than over the whole day. Especially coop working over the night will pushes more to the result. As third point I would like to say that I’m working inside a profession with a mission critically environment. This means that if I would do the work over the day, it will influence other departments and possibly the whole structure of earning money in the company. This influence is not acceptable and won’t work at all over the world. What will be the result now? As you can see, night and weekend work is deeply necessary, and I can tell you, it’s not only connected with me as Cloud Engineer, it’s all over the world in different professions. Just take a look around you, when you are next time at 12am in the center of a larger city. Take a look on who is still working and you will see, IT-Engineers aren’t really lonely while working in the night. But we should never forget, that the base for working on weekends is will. And this is connected with benefits like money of course, but more over it is connected with the passion inside the field where you are working. If I will connect this on me, there won’t be something more relaxing than working together with technology, or experimenting on it. As result of this I could say, I’m working on “off-days” because I have fun while working and my passion and profession ist connected. This results also in fast and efficient work.
ReStart / ReBoot / ReSet / ReCreation
This is the very beginning of a new era of my blog posting. I decided to restart my Blog completely and choose english as main language as it is also the main language inside my profession, what you will finde more and more here. My aim is to blog about problems and steps I stuck while doing my work, because I didn’t find any solution inside the WWW. I guess you guys got the same problem like me not only once. So why not making the internet a little bit better, and posting solutions on very useful points here on my blog. If you got any questions, please don’t stop, ask me whatever you want to. But for now, let’s be short in this first post and finish the reCreation of this website.
