There is growing perception that digital transformation is about moving a business’ critical applications to the cloud. That by migrating applications to the cloud a business is going to be agile, see significant improvement in the way a company operates, and become a digital-native company.By most accounts, migration to the cloud is no longer a question of if ever the business will do it, but a matter of how soon it can be done, how safely it can be done, and how to transition to either a full-on cloud or hybrid IT operations.In this PodChats for FutureCIO, Yash Thakker, associate director at Searce Singapore, shares his perspective on cloud-led transformation, including prevailing misconceptions, wrong practices, and some recommendations on getting a business looking to transform itself in the cloud back on track.1. What is cloud-led transformation?2. What are the components of cloud transformation?3. Just to clarify: what is the difference between cloud transformation and cloud migration?4. How would cloud transformation benefit businesses that they won’t get from cloud migration?5. Are all cloud technologies/approaches the same?a. How does a business determine the right cloud transformation approach for them?6. Can you share 3 tips to avoid when sourcing third-party providers to help with the transformation. (best teacher is the experienced one)7. Can you share 3 tips for a successful cloud transformation strategy.8. What would be the make-up of the team inside the company that would lead this transformation?

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