Glossary

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AppStore

A service that enables and allows users to browse and purchase applications. See also marketplace.

asset management

A set of business practices that join financial, contractual, and inventory functions to support life cycle management and strategic decision making for the cloud environment. See also cloud portfolio management.

audit

An official inspection of an organization’s cloud environment, including people, process, information, and technologies to ensure compliance. Audits are generally conducted by an independent body.

availability

The measure of the time a system or component is functional compared to the total time it is required or expected to function.

B

balance sheet

A statement of assets, liabilities, and capital ...

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