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advancements and implementations
in the hedge fund industry

Survey: Cloud Adoption within the Investment Industry

Our Spring 2012 survey looks at the use of cloud computing by hedge funds and investment managers. Read on to see the full results!

Doing Your Cloud Homework: Answering Legal, Tech & Security Qs

This article explores regulations in the cloud, cloud security best practices and evaluating your service provider.

Opalesque TV Zooms In on Cloud Computing at Hedge Funds

Opalesque TV recently sat down with Vinod Paul (of Eze Castle Integration!) to discuss how cloud computing is altering the technology landscape in the hedge fund industry.

eBook: Examining Cloud Computing in the Investment Industry

This 21-page eBook provides an introductory snapshot of cloud computing.

A Guide to Establishing a Hedge Fund

This 42-page guidebook offers an introduction to a number of critical criteria when considering the launch of a hedge fund, and provides a framework for making informed business decisions.

Clouds of Change for IT Pros: Cloud Admin's the new Sys Admin

The prevalence of the cloud means IT will shift from hands-on work with hardware and installations to resource management, integration, capacity planning, and technical architecture. How do you prepare?

What Makes Hybrid Clouds Appealing?

Public, private and hybrid are the three flavors of cloud computing. As the market continues to mature, interest is growing in hybrid clouds by enterprises looking to get the best of both worlds.

Extra, Extra! Cloud Security Alliance Releases New Guidance

This article takes a look at updates made by the Cloud Security Alliance in their Security Guidance for Critical Areas of Focus in Cloud Computing Guide.

Case Study: Hedge Fund Outgrows Hosted IT Services

A billion-dollar NYC hedge fund moves from a completely hosted IT solution to an on-site system to support growth and reduce increasing costs.

Securing the Cloud for Hedge Funds and Investment Firms

Proper security in a cloud environment requires specialized practices and processes at both the physical and virtualization levels. This article looks at key features to expect from a cloud provider.

Cloud Computing: Application Hosting Considerations, Part One

This article looks at some considerations for hosting applications in the cloud.

8 Considerations for Evaluating Outsourced IT Providers

To help with the evaluation process, here is a list of eight factors to keep in mind when selecting which outsourced technology provider is a best fit for your organization.