Modern hybrid cloud frameworks bring public cloud services into private infrastructure, but managing such environments long-term remains a challenge. Tools for administration, performance optimization, cost management and security are needed. Developing technologies cater to hybrid cloud settings, while others integrate with compatible infrastructure. Some functionality might need additional tools for tasks beyond what’s offered by the platforms’ built-in tools. Newer tools also extend to the physical hardware hosting the hybrid cloud, monitoring the physical and virtual layers of the cloud environment. Public cloud vendors like Amazon’s AWS and Microsoft’s Azure offer native tools.

Update: Kering confirms Gucci and other brands hacked; claims no conversations with hackers?
On September 11, DataBreaches broke the story that customers of several high-end fashion brands owned by Paris-headquartered Kering had their personal information acquired by ShinyHunters