Self-Provisioning Catalog-based Infrastructure as Code Strategy

This whitepaper outlines a strategy for implementing self-provisioning catalog-based Infrastructure as Code (IaC) to accelerate digital transformation. It begins by discussing the critical technological pillars necessary for successful transformation, including cloud, IT infrastructure, and security and compliance. The document identifies common challenges organizations face at the infrastructure layer when transitioning to the cloud, such as scaling, managing variety, and handling dependencies. It emphasizes the importance of using tools like Terraform and ServiceNow to automate cloud and on-premises infrastructure provisioning. The paper details the benefits of IaC, including increased efficiency, reliability, and agility, and presents a roadmap for implementing IaC with a maturity model. The roadmap includes stages of adopting, standardizing, and scaling provisioning workflows, enhancing visibility, and managing infrastructure lifecycles. By adopting IaC, organizations can achieve faster time to market, lower costs, improved collaboration, and protection against configuration drift, ultimately leading to more efficient cloud operations.