Introduction
At Commvault Go 2019 in Denver, Colorado, Des had the opportunity to sit down with Penny Gorleski to discuss the cloud survey that Commvault has been running for the past 3 years. The survey aims to understand the cloud usage trends among Commvault customers and how the company can better support them in their cloud journey.
Understanding Cloud Trends
Penny sheds light on the types of data collected and the insights gained from the survey:
- Multi-Cloud Adoption: The survey revealed that 63% of surveyed Commvault Cloud customers are using more than 1 cloud, whether it’s public, private, or a combination of both.
- Disaster Recovery: There has been an increase in disaster recovery and multi-cloud disaster recovery, possibly driven by the rise in ransomware attacks and natural disasters.
- Tape Replacement: The trend of replacing traditional tape backups with cloud-based solutions continues to be a prominent finding in the survey.
- SaaS Application Backup: More organizations are recognizing the need to back up SaaS applications such as Office 365, including critical data beyond just email.
The Shift to Cloud Infrastructure
Des and Penny discuss the challenges faced by organizations as they transition to cloud infrastructure and the benefits of cloud-based data protection:
- Agility and Digital Transformation: The survey revealed that 43% of respondents moved data to the cloud for agility, while 35% were driven by digital transformation initiatives.
- Cost Considerations: While cost savings were a factor for 21% of respondents, the primary focus was on the agility and flexibility offered by cloud solutions.
Leveraging Data for Predictive Analysis
Penny emphasizes the importance of leveraging the survey data for predictive analysis and future planning:
- Market Insights: Commvault shares the survey findings with the market and partners to help them understand the evolving needs of customers and align their strategies accordingly.
- Future Trends: The survey will continue to evolve, with a focus on understanding how customers are using container support, Kubernetes, and OpenShift, and what drives their adoption of these technologies.
Closing Thoughts
Penny highlights the consistent feedback from customers regarding the reliability and peace of mind offered by Commvault’s cloud data protection solutions. She also emphasizes the importance of staying ahead of the curve in addressing risk mitigation, compliance, and governance challenges.
As the conversation concludes, Des expresses his anticipation for the insights that will emerge from the latest survey data and looks forward to future discussions on the evolving cloud landscape.
Stay tuned for more updates as Commvault continues to uncover and analyze cloud trends to better serve its customers and partners.
Commvault Go 2019 has provided invaluable insights into the evolving cloud landscape, and the ongoing cloud survey is a testament to Commvault’s commitment to understanding and addressing the evolving needs of its customers.
