Navigating the Multi-Cloud Landscape

Exploring the shift towards multi-cloud environments, the chapter discusses the growing trend of organizations utilizing multiple cloud providers for specialized services. It highlights the emergence of secondary cloud providers, challenges of managing heterogeneous cloud environments, and the importance of a meta cloud model for coordination. The conversation also delves into negotiating with cloud vendors, emphasizing the significance of SLAs, pre-purchase discounts, and maintaining strong relationships with providers.