Glossary
Public Cloud
What is Public Cloud?
Public Cloud is type of cloud computing where computing resources, such as processing power, storage and applications, are made available by third party provider over the public internet. The key characteristics of public cloud are:
- Resources are shared among multiple users
- Accessible to general public over the internet
- Offer with pay per user or subscription-based pricing
- Managed and maintained by cloud service provider
What are the types of public cloud?
The main types of public cloud are:
- Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS): Provides access to fundamental computing resources like virtual machines, storage, and networking
- Platform as a Service (PaaS): Provides a platform for building, testing, and deploying applications
- Software as a Service (SaaS): Provides access to software applications over the internet such as managing the software, database, and infrastructure
- Function as a Service (FaaS): Provides a platform running event triggered code functions without managing servers
What are the characteristics of public cloud?
- Multi-tenancy: Multiple organizations share the same cloud infrastructure, with each tenant’s data and applications logically separated from others.
- Scalability: Resources can be quickly scaled up or down to match changing business needs.
- On-demand self-service: Users can provision and manage resources without requiring IT support.
What are the benefits of public cloud in Pharma?
- Cost savings: Reduced capital expenditures and operational costs, as infrastructure and maintenance are handled by the provider.
- Increased agility: Rapid deployment of new applications and services, enabling faster time-to-market for new products and services.
- Scalability: Easily scale up or down to accommodate changing business needs, such as during clinical trials or product launches
