Editor's note
It takes time, money and a skilled staff to run and maintain an enterprise cloud efficiently. And, as those cloud environments grow more complex, admins face more responsibilities. Cloud automation and orchestration can step in to unburden IT teams.
Cloud automation and orchestration are must-haves in management tools to reduce manual, repetitive tasks and minimize human error. They create predictable workflows and manage resources that move between private and public environments. With a streamlined process that cuts out manual work, admins can deploy and redeploy applications more quickly.
Use this guide to get started with cloud automation and orchestration, evaluate popular provider tools and avoid misuse.