Is Cloud Computing a Commodity?

I recently read an article about how cloud computing will ultimately become a commodity. This got me thinking about whether we should a) view cloud as a commodity, and b) whether cloud is any different from managed services.

Not long ago, I wrote about how managed services should never be viewed as a commodity. For many of those same reasons, I have come to conclusion that cloud computing is not and never should be viewed as a commodity. Let's examine why.

Beyond Acceptance

If I may, many who have wanted to claim managed services (and perhaps now cloud) is a commodity are those who want to see IT become so common and accepted that it is viewed as a normal part of our lives. I would say we have arrived at that point.

IT is everywhere. But, IT does not have to be a commodity in order to enjoy widespread acceptance.