Multi-cloud storage definition
Multi-cloud storage is a strategy of using multiple cloud service providers to store data.
See also: data-center-storage, data center virtualization, storage as a service
Multi-cloud storage benefits:
- Avoiding vendor lock-in. Relying on one cloud provider might make migrating to another provider difficult. Using multiple providers reduces this dependency.
- Best solutions. Different cloud providers offer unique features or better performance for specific tasks. An organization can choose the best platform for each particular use case.
- Cost optimization. Pricing varies between cloud providers. Using a multi-cloud approach allows businesses to take advantage of pricing variations.
- Data redundancy: Storing data across different cloud platforms can provide extra redundancy. If one provider faces an outage, data is still accessible from another provider.
- Regulatory compliance. Some regions have regulations about storing data. Having a multi-cloud strategy helps meet these data residency requirements.
- Risk management. Diversifying storage mitigates risks of outages, security breaches, or service disruptions.
- Performance and latency. Different cloud providers might have data centers closer to some end-users or regions. Organizations can optimize for latency and deliver faster performance to users worldwide.
