International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research

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Multi-Cloud and Hybrid Cloud Strategies – Balancing Flexibility, Cost, and Security

Author(s) Ritesh Kumar
Country United States
Abstract The increasing complexity of cloud computing has led enterprises to adopt multi-cloud and hybrid cloud strategies to enhance performance, security, and operational resilience while mitigating vendor lock-in risks. These architectures enable organizations to distribute workloads across multiple cloud providers and integrate on-premises infrastructure with cloud environments for greater flexibility and regulatory compliance. This paper examines the key drivers behind multi-cloud and hybrid cloud adoption, including business continuity, regulatory requirements, workload portability, and cost optimization. It analyzes hybrid cloud integration patterns, inter-cloud networking models, and security challenges, while also exploring best practices for cloud interoperability, governance, and workload orchestration across AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud. Real-world case studies highlight cloud-agnostic strategies, Kubernetes-based orchestration, and automated security policy enforcement in multi-cloud environments. The paper also discusses AI-driven cloud optimization, zero-trust security frameworks, and edge computing in hybrid cloud deployments, providing insights for cloud architects, DevOps teams, and IT practitioners designing scalable, secure, and cost-efficient multi-cloud ecosystems.
Keywords -
Field Engineering
Published In Volume 3, Issue 2, March-April 2021
Published On 2021-04-02
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2021.v03i02.39459
Short DOI https://doi.org/g883rv

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