Finding the Right Cloud Solution for Your District’s Storage Needs – EdTech Magazine: Focus on Higher Education

With its massive flexibility and pay-as-you-go pricing, cloud computing is apotential boonto K12 schools. Schools can rapidly introduce new applications and scale up as use cases expand and shed the cost burden associated with data centers.

But not allcloud solutionsare the same, nor do all school districts have the same IT needs. How best to migrate off of legacy systems and on-premises solutions? Here are K12 considerations for a successful move to the cloud:

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Beyond these diverse considerations, its also important to take a hard look at the cloud vendors bona fides.

A vendor who has worked extensively with school districts will understand the obligations around student data privacy, financial constraints, the need for scalable solutions based on the school-year model, McLaughlin says. You want a partner who understands the need for a collaborative environment.

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