Word of the Day: cloud orchestrator

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cloud orchestrator A cloud orchestrator is programming that manages the interconnections and interactions among cloud-based and on-premises business units. To orchestrate something is to arrange various components so they achieve a desired result. In an IT context, this involves combining tasks into workflows so the provisioning and management of various IT components and their associated resources can be automated. This endeavor is more complex in a cloud environment because it involves interconnecting processes running across heterogeneous systems in multiple locations. Cloud orchestration products can simplify the intercomponent communication and connections to other apps and users and ensure that links are correctly configured and maintained. Such products usually include a Web-based portal so that orchestration can be managed through a single pane of glass. When evaluating cloud orchestration products, it is recommended that administrators first map the workflows of the applications involved. This step will help the administrator visualize how complicated the internal workflow for the application is and how often information flows outside the set of app components. This, in turn, can help the administrator decide which type of orchestration product will help automate workflow best and meet business requirements in the most cost-effective manner. Quote of the Day "Cloud orchestration directly relates to cloud automation, as it arranges, sequences and coordinates automated tasks." - David Linthicum   Trending Terms TOSCA cloud computing hybrid cloud cloud provisioning web service orchestration cloud management   Learning Center Break down the difference between cloud automation and orchestration Cloud automation and orchestration are different technologies that depend heavily on each other. Explore their key differences and how they work together. Advance multicloud management with orchestration, cost optimization tools To reduce the complexity around multicloud management, admins need to hone their skills around orchestration, automation and cloud cost management. Cloud orchestration tools become a must-have for hybrid IT When choosing cloud orchestration tools, consider that some are built to span multiple cloud environments, while others are dedicated to a single platform. Why orchestration services are important in the DevOps age Modern organizations are under pressure to produce big results with short deadlines. Orchestration services can help IT to stay on track and thrive. Learn the benefits of a container orchestration engine in hybrid cloud A container orchestration engine, such as Kubernetes, allows for more app portability between public and private clouds, but challenges remain. Quiz Yourself A ________ cloud has a single tenant architecture. a. public b. private Answer       Stay In Touch For feedback about any of our definitions or to suggest a new definition, please contact me at: mrouse@techtarget.com   Visit the Word of the Day Archives and catch up on what you've missed!   FOLLOW US About This E-Newsletter This e-newsletter is published by the TechTarget network. To unsubscribe from Whatis.com, click here. Please note, this will not affect any other subscriptions you have signed up for. TechTarget, Whatis, 275 Grove Street, Newton, MA 02466. Contact: webmaster@techtarget.com Copyright 2016 TechTarget. All rights reserved.