Google Cloud Endpoints & AWS Lambda Pave the Way for Unified Multicloud Management

Google Cloud’s engineering team recently showcased how Cloud Endpoints and AWS Lambda can bridge multiple public cloud platforms. By exposing robust, open APIs through Cloud Endpoints and invoking them from Lambda, organizations gain a flexible, code‑centric pathway to orchestrate workloads across Google Cloud and AWS. This approach not only simplifies integration but also introduces a new layer of network dependency that will shape future multicloud strategies. As demand for seamless cross‑provider operations grows, we anticipate a wave of complementary tools that will refine this model.

The theme of the ONUG Spring 2017 conference—hybrid cloud—underscores why many enterprises are still seeking deeper interoperability. ONUG, a leading community in open networking, highlighted persistent gaps in public cloud delivery, including the lack of standardized APIs, consistent security postures, robust monitoring, and the skill sets required to extend on‑premises workloads to the cloud. These challenges make hybrid solutions a compelling, though complex, proposition for critical applications.

Enter the new class of cloud infrastructure management solutions. These products aim to reduce complexity for enterprises juggling private clouds, legacy systems, and multiple public cloud vendors. They range from on‑prem legacy tools that have been repurposed for private cloud control to third‑party platforms designed for multicloud and hybrid environments. Because the market is still maturing, vendors often promise universal coverage—so buyers must scrutinize fine‑print claims and validate real‑world performance before committing.

And here’s a cautionary tale: a minor code oversight by a network engineer crippled mobile access for millions. The error, compounded by human and procedural lapses, taught three hard‑won lessons: prioritize remediation over blame, enforce rigorous test planning and execution, and institutionalize safeguards to prevent repeat mistakes. For more real‑world “how‑I‑broke‑my‑network” stories, tune into the Network Collective podcast.

Till next week, dot your t’s and cross your i’s.