Solving for Operational Efficiency with Google Cloud

As businesses consider how to weather the road ahead, many are finding they need to make tough decisions about how to allocate resources. For most, it’s not simply about spending less, it’s about knowing which projects to prioritize, even if with limited funding, in order to maintain business continuity and ensure longevity.

But this is easier said than done. Evaluating which projects will generate the right business outcomes and cost efficiencies presents a specific set of challenges, such as:

• Unpredictable business conditions—Businesses must keep pace with dramatically changing requirements to survive, and thrive. To innovate quickly, IT teams need solutions that decrease their time to market, while also providing the agility and scalability they need to address any requirement thrown their way.

• New investment needs—Businesses must adapt to new business models while also ensuring their teams have the tools they need to be productive from locations outside the office. IT must now prioritize projects that weren’t in the budget to ensure the survival of the business and the productivity of their workforce.

• Limited visibility and control—Not all businesses have the complete picture of their IT spend to make educated decisions about where and how to reduce costs, or whether to reinvest in other strategic areas. IT needs granular visibility and intelligent services that take the guesswork out of cost and resource optimization, while also providing robust governance that reduces the risk of overspending.

With current business conditions, it’s essential to be empowered with facts, knowledge, and best practices so you can prioritize your investments and optimize your costs. This paper provides an overview of the key areas we see our customers prioritizing their investments, creating operational efficiencies, and the many ways Google Cloud can support you in this journey.