Cloud computing
Reports and publications
Publication - October 2025
SURF Tech Trends Report: cloud computing chapter
At the core of the digital infrastructure are two different, but complementary, distributed computing frameworks. On the one hand, cloud computing - the central focus of this chapter - provides broad, on-demand network access to scalable computing power and data storage, via private and public cloud providers.
Publication - October 2024
Cloud Sourcing Strategy
How do you make the most of the possibilities of the cloud, without losing control and autonomy? SURF introduces a cloud strategy that helps education and research institutions to deploy cloud services safely and responsibly, while retaining control over their data. The strategy has been developed in close cooperation with our members.
Publication - July 2024
Cloud & edge fact sheet: the basics
In this handy factsheet, you will learn the basics of cloud and edge computing.
Publication - March 2024
Whitepaper - Is the "Supercloud" the next phase of cloud?
Cloud comes in many shapes and sizes (private/public, hybrid, multi, etc.). In Europe, cloud adoption is around 26% and is mainly dominated by Big Tech. The complexity of clouds is increasing, as are the dependencies regarding limited knowledge/expertise, lead time, security and privacy. The concept of Supercloud emerged as a solution to mitigate certain risks and challenges that arise. But is this concept feasible?