Navigating Cloud Service Models: A Practical Guide to Choosing the Right Fit for Your Business
In my 15 years as a cloud architect and consultant, I've witnessed countless businesses struggle with the fundamental decision of selecting the right cloud service model. This guide, born from hands-on experience with over 200 client projects, cuts through the hype to deliver a practical, first-person framework for making this critical choice. I'll share specific case studies, including a fervent e-commerce startup that pivoted from IaaS to PaaS, saving 40% in development costs, and a legacy ent