Federal CIO Releases Paper Detailing Government’s #Cloud Computing Strategy

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by Vivek Kundra, CIO, Federal CIO, February 8, 2011

The Federal Cloud Computing Strategy marks a milestone in the Administration’s 25-Point Implementation Plan to Reform Federal IT Management. The strategy is designed to help the government deliver value to the public by increasing the operational efficiency of Federal IT dollars, and responding faster to taxpayer needs. The strategy outlines how the Federal government can accelerate the safe, secure adoption of cloud computing, and provides agencies with a framework for migrating to the cloud. It also examines how agencies can address challenges related to the adoption of cloud computing, such as privacy, procurement, standards, and governance

via Cloudbook Profile: Vivek Kundra – Federal CIO Council.

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