Choosing Between Public, Private and Hybrid Cloud?

The cloud isn’t one-size-fits-all. With more businesses adopting cloud-first strategies, knowing the difference between public, private, and hybrid cloud setups is essential. Whether you’re migrating for the first time or reviewing your current setup, making the right choice can impact everything from cost to compliance.

What does Public, Private and Hybrid Cloud mean?

Public Cloud

Third-party managed (like AWS, Azure, Google Cloud). Scalable, affordable, but less control.

Private Cloud

Fully dedicated, either on-premises or hosted. Greater control and security, but higher cost and maintenance.

Hybrid Cloud

A mix of both. Offers flexibility, but can be complex to manage.

Key Differences between Public, Private and Hybrid Cloud?

• Security Needs: Industries like finance/legal may favour private or hybrid for compliance.
• Scalability & Growth: Startups often benefit from public cloud flexibility.
• Cost Management: Hybrid can be most cost-effective when workloads vary.
• Data Residency & Compliance: New regulations in 2025 mean data locality matters more than ever.

How to Choose What’s Right?

• Assess your workload types, security requirements, compliance obligations, and budget.
• Don’t just think about today — consider your future growth and scalability needs.
• Work with an IT partner who can support setup, management, and ongoing optimisation.

Conclusion

Cloud infrastructure decisions aren’t just technical, they’re strategic. Whether you’re exploring your first move or thinking about shifting from one model to another, we can help guide you to the best fit.

Get in touch with us today to discuss what cloud setup will work best for your business in 2025 and beyond.