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Cloud as an Exchange-Traded Commodity
09-Jan-2015
North America
Strategic Forecasting
D564-00-AC-00-00
IT00553-NA-SF_01676
In this SPIE, Stratecast explores the concept of cloud as an exchange-traded commodity. We examine UCX’s cloud exchange, as well as 6fusion’s WAC standardized unit, on which the UCX offer is based. Finally, we offer our view on the future of cloud markets.
Introduction
How the Cloud Exchange Works
Creating a Standard Unit of Cloud Capacity: 6fusion's WAC
Offering Different Products for Different Configurations
Following the Money: How do Participants Benefit from the Cloud Exchange?
The Future: Cloud-Based Financial Products
Is the Time Right for a Cloud Exchange?
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