While growth is a top priority, when asked what factors sparked their company’s start in using the cloud through the cloud, almost two-thirds of C-Suite leaders revealed a high level of resistance to change. Many said action came because of disruptive developments, such as the pandemic or M&A. Why the inertia?

Although executives understand the importance of cloud as an enabler of change such as digital transformation, the barriers cited are numerous: Legacy systems, operating under heavy regulatory scrutiny, change-resistant culture, lack of strategic digital expertise and talent, and unfamiliarity with the potential of digital to deliver on business objectives to name a few. When faced with one or more of these hurdles, a lot of organizations become stuck.

These barriers affect companies and organizations of all size, industry and geography. And we understand that overcoming these barriers is no small task. Working with our customers we also know these hurdles are surmountable. Leaders who’ve taken steps toward cloud- enabled change have equipped their companies to take on the challenges of today and the next 20 years.