The Script on HPC in the Cloud has Been Flipped

Cloud computing is becoming increasingly integral to business continuity and competitive advantage, driven by workplace changes and advancements in technology. This shift is reflected in the growing acceptance of cloud-based High Performance Computing (HPC), which has historically been hindered by cost, security concerns, and specialized use cases. However, the cloud HPC segment experienced a growth of 78.8% in 2020, defying expectations and challenging misconceptions about its capabilities. Modern cloud providers now offer a variety of hardware options tailored to diverse HPC workloads, enabling organizations to harness cloud flexibility for tasks such as drug discovery and machine learning. Economically, cloud infrastructure is proving to offer better cost-performance value than traditional on-premises setups, with advancements in hardware and support translating to more efficient spending. Security has also improved, with public cloud services experiencing fewer security incidents than traditional data centers, thanks to robust compliance and encryption measures. Rescale on Azure, utilizing AMD EPYC™ Processors, exemplifies how cloud HPC solutions are addressing traditional concerns, demonstrating significant benefits in performance, cost-efficiency, and security for organizations willing to embrace cloud technology.