There have been three major revolutions in data centers: virtualization, cloud computing, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC). IaC further automated infrastructure and increased scalability and collaboration, giving developers more responsibility. While this speeds innovation, it also raises security and governance concerns. New solutions aim to balance productivity and compliance by allowing self-service while simplifying governance through tools that govern environments according to policy with complete visibility and cost management. Looking forward, more such tools will support both productive developers and strong security.

1. Data Center Revolutions
In just the past couple of decades, there have been three major revolutions when it comes to data
centers. As a result of these advances, the hierarchies that traditionally ruled companies are being
upended in a way that is handing more responsibility than ever to developers. The productivity
and future of companies are being placed squarely on the shoulders of developers. While this can
significantly speed up innovation in an increasingly competitive global marketplace, it also
created some concerns when it comes to security and governance issues. In this post, we will
take a closer look at how Infrastructure as Code, (IaC) is changing the role of developers and
what can be done to make sure this tool provides maximum security.
The Three Data Center Revolutions
Right around the year 2000, technology-heavy hitters including VMware and ZenSource
introduced virtualization. This first revolution eliminated the need for physical hardware and all
the limitations that accompanied these devices. Suddenly, scaling infrastructure became easier
than ever and companies were able to grow at an exponential rate.
Virtualization, in turn, created the space for cloud computing to become a reality. This further
allowed businesses to turn away from having to maintain on-premise hardware in order to
manage daily tasks. While cloud computing offered a valuable tool, developers were still looking
for ways to introduce more automation, increase scalability, improve collaboration among teams,
and create an environment that supports productivity across all channels. Ultimately, meeting
these needs gave rise to the third data center revolution: Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
Productivity and Security: Can You Have it All?
Different teams have different priorities. For developers, productivity is often at the top of the
list. Because they are the driving force behind innovation, they are working to find better
solutions they enjoy having free rein and self-service. Constant oversight, even if it is in the

2. name of governance, can be a hindrance to productivity and creativity. In addition, implementing
practices that slow down developers can lead to poor job satisfaction and higher employee
turnover rates as unhappy employees move on to greener pastures.
However, businesses still have to find a balance between productivity and compliance and
governance. In response to this problem, tech companies are creating new solutions that allow
for self-service while also simplifying the governance process. Products like env0 allow users to
put certain security measures in place without having to slow down developers. Now, teams are
able to manage environments that are governed by company policy and offer complete visibility
while also managing costs.
Looking forward, businesses can expect more products and dashboard like env0. These tools will
be an important part of the daily workflow and help support productive developers while also
protecting security. Businesses will be able to have it all without having to compromise and
choose between productivity and security.
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